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October 5th, 2022

Working together to prevent crime

Bourbonnais, IL – Bourbonnais Police invite village residents and businesses to attend Community Townhall Meetings on Wednesday, October 19, and Wednesday, October 26. The meetings are part of new safety initiatives spearheaded by Patrol Commander, Brent Barrie.

The goal of the townhall meetings is to bring Bourbonnais residents together to discuss interest in forming neighborhood watch groups, review different ways to heighten awareness, increase residential communications, address potential concerns and help prevent crime, together.

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October 3rd, 2022

Annual informational event welcomes all

Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais invites residents and businesses to attend a Community Open House on Tuesday, October 11, 5:30-7:00 p.m. The event will take place in the newly renovated Community Room within the Bourbonnais Municipal Center at 700 Main St. NW. All are welcome to attend and meet with elected officials, village management and staff in a casual environment.

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July 19th, 2022

1% Sales Tax Proposed for Property Tax Relief

Bourbonnais, IL - Village of Bourbonnais trustees adopted an ordinance to place a referendum on the November election ballot for Bourbonnais residents to decide if they should add 1 percent to its sales tax at Monday's board meeting.

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September 2nd, 2022

2nd year welcomed more food, more music, more hours, more family-fun

Bourbonnais, IL - The Bourbonnais Food Truck Fest, presented by Brandon Casey's Comfort Crew, trucked into town Saturday, August 27th, for the second annual event. In tow were a total of 15 food trucks, six hours of live music and a free kid zone. The end-of-summer community celebration was extended from 3pm to 9pm and free admission enticed thousands who came hungry and left happy. 

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June 14th, 2022

Notice for temporary event closures

Bourbonnais, IL – The Bourbonnais Friendship Festival returns for its 47^th year Wednesday, June 22 through Sunday, June 26, at Goselin Park on the Bourbonnais Municipal Center grounds 700 Main St. NW. In preparation for the five-day festival, the following will undergo temporary closures:

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June 14th, 2022

Bourbonnais Police pass the torch June 15

Bourbonnais, IL – The Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Illinois will make its way through Kankakee County on Wednesday, June 15. Police officers throughout the county will be participating in the intrastate relay. Bourbonnais Police will be passed the Flame of Hope and begin their role as “Guardians of the Flame” – this year’s theme of the run – starting around 1:00 p.m. from 9000N Road in Manteno and heading southbound on N. Convent St. (Route 45) in Bourbonnais.

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June 9th, 2022

Free admission for the community

Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais released its “Sizzlin’ Summer 2022” June schedule of events. The lineup includes community favorites such as Yoga in the Park, Movies in the Park and the unofficial kick off to summer with the 47^th year of the Bourbonnais Friendship Festival. All events are free for the public and registration is not required.

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May 20th, 2022

Sztuba completes School of Police Staff & Command

Bourbonnais, IL — The Bourbonnais Police Department is pleased to announce the recent graduation of Sergeant Jason Sztuba from the School of Police Staff and Command (SPSC) at Northwestern University. Sergeant Sztuba successfully completed the ten-week, 400-hour Police Staff and Command program January 3 - May 6, 2022. He graduated in SPSC Class #514 which included a total of 33 students.

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April 21st, 2022

Earth Day event April 22 - May 20

Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais announces its first Community Cleanup Contest. Sponsored by Tholens’ Landscape & Garden Center and Aqua Illinois, the Earth Day-related event encourages residents of all ages to participate in or plan a cleanup project or activity within the Village of Bourbonnais.

Projects or activities may take place beginning on Earth Day, April 22, through May 20, 2022. Email entries may be submitted to Lindy Casey, Marketing & Public Engagement Manager, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. through May 20 at 4:30 p.m. One winner will receive a small tree, a $100 Visa gift card and a free meal at a Village of Bourbonnais business.

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March 16th, 2022

Free outdoor recreational amenity available

Bourbonnais, IL – The Village of Bourbonnais and Bourbonnais Township Park District announce the seasonal skate equipment has returned to the outdoor park located behind the Village of Bourbonnais Administration Office at 600 Main Street NW. The recreational space is a collaborative effort between both organizations and provides a safe location for the community to skate. Park hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. or dusk, whichever comes first. Safety guidelines are posted and will be enforced.

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