City of Kankakee - Budget Committee Livestream

The City of Kankakee Budget Committee reviewed October financial statements at its November 9, 2026 meeting. Year-to-date revenue was about $25.3 million against a $39.3 million budget, while expenditures were at 51.6% of budget. Property-tax collections were nearly complete; the rate-setting EAV was reported at approximately $377.3 million, up about $19.5 million (6.39%) from the prior year. The committee reported no financial issues requiring follow-up. The city said it would circulate preliminary levy figures before the December 7 council meeting. An audit team was scheduled to begin onsite work the following day; no audit contract or cost was discussed.

A council member raised the need to replenish the residential camera and lighting program after its funds were exhausted. The discussion referenced $10,000 to move the program forward, consistent with prior council direction, but the funding source had not yet been identified; staff said they would determine an available line item, potentially among remaining ARPA funds. The committee also heard that Commonwealth Edison and a local plumbing and heating business had contributed annually toward a grant, with prices not yet determined. No new procurement award or spending motion was taken at this meeting. Approval of the September and October minutes was deferred to a future meeting.