City of Kankakee - City Council Livestream

The City of Kankakee Illinois City Council held a meeting on June 15, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved multiple motions including event permits and street closures. A significant procurement action was the approval of a resolution to engage Tesca Associates, Inc. for up to $150,000 to develop a comprehensive city plan, funded through TIF funds. This plan is intended to guide future land use, economic development, and infrastructure projects, with a community engagement process expected to take about a year. The council also approved extending a storm pay benefit resolution for code officers through September 30, 2026, to support overtime work related to storm recovery efforts. Additionally, the council reviewed and approved bills totaling approximately $795,748 for city operations and $857,266 for environmental services, with some abstentions noted due to potential conflicts. The meeting included a presentation of the fiscal year 2025 audit, highlighting improved pension funding and a likely budget surplus. The council discussed the upcoming budget schedule for July, emphasizing public hearings and committee meetings. No new appointments were made, and no executive session was held.