October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The City of Kankakee Code Department is getting into the Halloween spirit! Our team has decked out the office cubicles with spooky, festive decorations.

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Submit Anonymous Tips for a Safer Kankakee! Your voice matters in keeping our community safe. Share information confidentially through our anonymous tip line. Together, we can make a difference.

The City of Kankakee is relaunching its Private Security Incentive Program (PSIP) with expanded benefits! Now, residents and businesses can receive up to $200 for security cameras and $200 for exterior lighting fixtures to help enhance safety and deter crime.

Attention Kankakee Restaurant Owners: Submit Your Menus!

Got an exciting event coming up? Whether it's a festival, concert, workshop, or anything in between, we want to help you spread the word! The City of Kankakee Event Submission Portal!

Short Term Rentals Kankakee IL, On December 4, 2023, the City of Kankakee updated the Zoning Ordinance to allow for Short-Term Rentals (often referred to as Airbnb or VBRO). El 4 de diciembre de 2023, la ciudad de Kankakee actualizó la Ordenanza de Zonas para permitir alquileres a corto plazo (a menudo referidos como Airbnb o VBRO). city of kankakee short term rentals

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.

The City of Kankakee has developed an anonymous tip form in the interest of making a

Environmental Services Utility, Department of Public Works

Environmental Services Utility encourages you to learn about our city's water and storm water system. ESU brochures are available at the Kankakee Public Library and ECDA store at the Kankakee Farmers Market.

Have you had problems with your garbage collection recently? Our friends at the Public Works Department share these links to help us understand the trash service outline for the City of Kankakee. It's worth checking out!

Have you ever wondered what functions Code Enforcement performs in the City of Kankakee? Meet its director Tomora Nelson (pictured) who shows you an informational flyer through this link.

Planning and Zoning ensures that Kankakee’s development is efficient, sustainable, and beneficial to all residents. For more details or inquiries, click here to contact Planning & Zoning. Phone: 815-936-7320

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Kankakee News

Top news from around the city and information straight from the Mayor's Desk.

Mayor Chris Curtis

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.

Meet the Mayor

Halloween Hours

Get your costumes ready!
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Have a fun and safe Halloween!

Kankakee United for Friendsgiving

Enjoy an evening of dinner, music, and giveaways as we come together to celebrate community and connection.

Fall 2025 Leaf Pick-Up

October 14 - December 12

The City of Kankakee will be picking up leaves on your regular garbage day!

What to Know:
Rake leaves into rows along the back of the curb (no alleys).
Have leaves ready before your scheduled day—crews can’t return once they pass.
Don't block leaf pickup.
For weekly pick-up, use biodegradable paper bags or yard waste cans until December 1st.

No plastic bags, branches, or contaminated leaves will be picked up.

Christmas Parade Sponsors

Join us in bringing holiday cheer to Downtown Kankakee on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 4:30 PM. The City of Kankakee Christmas Parade is one of our community’s most beloved traditions!

Be part of the magic by becoming a sponsor today!

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2025 City of Kankakee Christmas Parade

The 2025 City of Kankakee Christmas Parade is accepting entries!
Join the holiday fun on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 4:30 PM in Downtown Kankakee.

Be part of the magic — register your float, marching group, or organization today!

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Inside Kankakee

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.

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KanConnect App

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.

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