Criminal Justice Committee Meeting 10/14/26

The Kankakee County Board Criminal Justice Committee met on October 14, 2026. The Sheriff reported that the department had obsolete computers it could not reuse; the committee approved a motion to declare them surplus for disposal. The State’s Attorney reported a three-year grant of approximately $600,000 from the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority to establish a witness-protection program, potentially assisting victims and witnesses of violent crime with relocation and security measures. Courthouse renovations were reported as proceeding on schedule with little disruption, and the State’s Attorney’s Office is preparing for a temporary move during construction. No contract awards, bids, or vendor selections were discussed.

The committee also approved routine reports from several offices. The Public Defender reported difficulty recruiting and an upcoming staff departure, while the Sheriff noted increased jail per-diem revenue. These updates did not include specific procurement actions or spending approvals beyond the surplus-computer disposal and the grant-funded program.