Kankakee, IL – Residents across Kankakee County are invited to take part Thursday in a public town hall focused on public safety, gun violence prevention, and community-driven solutions, city officials announced.
According to the City of Kankakee, the Reimagining Public Safety Town Hall will be held Thursday evening from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at a Kankakee location that will be shared after RSVP confirmation. The event is hosted in partnership with SAFE Illinois and The RIFL Act Coalition.
Organizers say the discussion will center on both proven and emerging strategies aimed at reducing gun injuries in Illinois, including the RIFL Act, community violence intervention (CVI) programs, and community policing efforts. Residents will also have an opportunity to share concerns, ask questions, and offer ideas directly related to safety in their neighborhoods.
The town hall is designed to encourage open dialogue between community members, advocates, and organizers, with an emphasis on prevention-focused solutions rather than enforcement alone. City officials emphasized that public participation is a key component in shaping effective safety policies that reflect local needs.
The meeting is open to the public, but advance RSVP is required to receive the event address. Registration is available online through a secure signup link shared by the city.
Officials encourage residents from Kankakee, surrounding communities, and the greater Kankakee County area to attend and take part in the conversation.
Residents planning to attend are urged to arrive on time and be prepared for a structured discussion focused on collaboration and community input.
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