City of Kankakee - License & Franchise Committee Livestream

The City of Kankakee License & Franchise Committee met on July 10, 2026, to discuss several matters including a significant upcoming rate increase request from Aqua, the local water utility, which the committee plans to monitor closely and invite Aqua representatives to discuss in a future meeting. The committee also reviewed a request from Miss Ramirez for a Class E banquet hall liquor license for a business located at 555 West Avenue, the former Sully's building. After discussing the business plans, code inspections, and security measures, the committee voted to recommend the liquor license application proceed to the full city council for approval, contingent on all background checks and paperwork being completed. No other procurement or contract awards were discussed during the meeting.