City of Kankakee - Public Safety Committee Livestream

The City of Kankakee Public Safety Committee held a meeting on July 7, 2026, focusing primarily on updates from the Fire and Police Departments. The Fire Department reported on staffing levels, expenditures including a $35,388.36 payment to Canon for dispatching services, and $8,460 spent on firefighting gear. They also discussed vehicle maintenance costs of approximately $6,000 and anticipated delivery of a new aerial truck by December 2026. The Police Department reported staffing changes, overtime expenses, and procurement of a ballistic vest costing $9,411.4 with partial reimbursement expected. They also mentioned switching investigative software from TLO to Hoosier. The committee approved payment of bills totaling $78,135.95 for the Fire Department and $137,738.24 for the Police Department. Discussions included community safety initiatives, mutual aid agreements, and traffic enforcement efforts. No new contracts or RFPs were announced, but ongoing vendor relationships and budget allocations for equipment and services were highlighted.