Kankakee, IL – The Economic and Community Development Agency (ECDA) office was awarded a grant of $52,000 from the Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) to be used in initial capital for startup costs of creating a land bank, operating costs, land acquisition and other locally managed revitalization techniques.

Kankakee, IL – The City of Kankakee was recently represented among political leaders for the Mayors Innovation Project (MIP), a national learning network for mayors and senior staff who aim to help strengthen, implement innovative policies, and develop their communities. Mayor Wells-Armstrong was invited to join as a member of the Steering Committe

Kankakee, IL – City Council adopted three ordinances 13-0 that would allow the City of Kankakee to move forward on the East Court Redevelopment Plan. City Council approved the first ordinance designating the East Court Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District Redevelopment Project Area. This will set establish the boundary of the TIF. City Council th

Kankakee, IL – Several people have expressed their feedback about the City of Kankakee. Whether it’s a new idea, something they appreciate in the community or what more they would like to see, comment cards are now available.