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Aldermen discuss grocery expansion and parking pressures on Kankakee’s East Side
Kankakee City Council · January 10, 2026
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Summary
An alderman outlined concerns about a new grocery-owner’s plan to expand into adjacent parking after investing about $500,000; councilors said they would check with economic development staff and the mayor about any ongoing coordinated redevelopment plans.
Aldermen discussed redevelopment and parking concerns for the East Side after a ward representative said a new grocery-store owner has invested heavily and plans to expand into adjacent parking.
The alderman said the…
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