Kankakee, IL – Drivers and residents in Kankakee will have a chance this week to learn more about planned road improvements along Illinois Route 115. The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) will host a public open house on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, to share details about the upcoming project and answer community questions.
According to the City of Kankakee, the meeting will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Kankakee High School, 1200 West Jeffery Street, with attendees asked to enter through Door #30. IDOT representatives will be available to present design concepts and collect public feedback on the proposed upgrades from US 45/52 (Water Street) to Jeffery Street.
The project aims to improve traffic flow and safety along one of the city’s key corridors. Attendees can review maps, ask questions, and submit input directly to transportation officials during the event.
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