Welcome to the City of Kankakee!

As Mayor of the City of Kankakee, I am pleased to welcome you to our city on the rise. Thank you for visiting us and for taking the time to learn more about our community.

Thank You for Being Part of the 2024 City of Kankakee Christmas Parade!

Parade Winners:
1st Place: Ascension Saint Mary's
2nd Place: Smitty's Bar
3rd Place: Koerner Aviation

Thank you to everyone who participated and made this year's parade unforgettable. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas filled with joy and cheer!

Are you passionate about making a positive impact in Kankakee? We’re looking for young leaders with vision and drive to help shape a brighter future for our community!

Let’s work together to build a stronger, more vibrant Kankakee. 

As the end of the year approaches, the ECDA Directors reflect back on 2024 in this month's blog post.

We'd love to hear your thoughts after you read!

Colder weather is here! Make sure you’re familiar with how the city handles snow events BEFORE the snow arrives!

Kankakee is proud to serve a variety of fabulous food options, and we want to highlight the amazing culinary experiences our city has to offer. If you own a restaurant in Kankakee, we invite you to submit your menu.

We're on a mission to spotlight the heartbeat of our community – the groups, resources, and events that make us thrive. Your input matters! Share your recommendations using the link below, and let's celebrate the best of us together.

The City of Kankakee is thrilled to introduce a new communication tool for all residents. KanConnect allows citizens to easily inform city staff of non-emergency issues within the city limits. It also provides on-the-go access to the latest city news and information.