Criminal Justice Committee Meeting 8/12/26

The Kankakee County Board's Criminal Justice Committee met on August 12, 2026, primarily to review and approve various departmental reports related to criminal justice operations. Key procurement-related discussions included the announcement of upcoming courthouse construction starting next month, which will temporarily reduce courtroom availability and require rescheduling efforts. The Sheriff reported on inmate housing contracts with the U.S. Marshals Service, noting a successful negotiated rate increase from $90 to $116 per day per inmate, potentially generating over one million dollars more in revenue this fiscal year to offset local incarceration costs. No new contracts or bids were directly awarded during the meeting, but the construction project and contract rate adjustment represent significant procurement and budgetary matters. The committee approved all departmental reports and motions without opposition.