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For available property information or custom data drill-downs for local workforce readiness, wages, demographics, consumer trends, cost of doing business, cost of living, recent expansions and development incentives, please contact the Alliance office.INCENTIVESINCENTIVESENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAMIn Kankakee County, enterprise zones provide valuable tools that enable the development of residential, commercial and industrial areas. Together, our communi-ty's two enterprise zones have seen more than $2.5B in capital investment across 125 projects, with the creation of more than 4,600 jobs in the past five years. BASED ON LOCATION, PROJECTS MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO PURSUE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: • New Market Tax Credits• Opportunity Zone Financ-ing• Tax Increment Financing• Historic Tax Credit• C-PACE Financing• Film Tax Credits and related incentives• Special Service Area or Business District BenefitsINCENTIVES FOR QUALIFYING PROJECTS: • 5-year property tax abatement• Sales tax exemption on building materials• Free/discounted building permits• Investment tax credit• Machinery/equipment sales tax exemption• Utility tax exemptionTRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTUREAIRGreater Kankakee Airport (IKK) is Chicago's Southland’s largest regional airport, with the longest runway outside of Midway International, at 5,981 feet. IKK is also home to a state-of-the-art $65M Illinois Army National Guard Readiness Center and Army Aviation Support Facility.Kankakee County is in close proximity to Midway International Airport, which is drivable in 50 minutes and accessible by River Valley Metro shuttle service daily; and O’Hare International Airport, drivable in 60 minutes. CLASS 1 RAIL• Canadian National• Norfolk Southern• Union PacificINTERSTATE ACCESS• Six I-57 Exits including new Bourbonnais Parkway interchange at Exit 318• Daily Traffic: +40k cars/dailyPUBLIC TRANSIT• River Valley Metro Bus Service• Traditional Routes• Paratransit Service• Service to Midway Airport 12 times daily — $2 each way• Show Bus routes to rural areasFIBER• Dark fiber is accessible from multiple carriersWATER• Aqua Illinois system-wide capacity totals 30 MGDTimothy Nugent, President/CEOtnugent@kankakeecountyed.orgAngela Morrey, Vice President of Business Developmentamorrey@kankakeecountyed.orgKANKAKEE COUNTY TOP EMPLOYERSBold indicates headquarters location.BIOTECHNOLOGY CSL Behring........................................................................1,440Millipore Sigma .......................................................................89FOOD PROCESSINGBunge Milling...........................................................................85Del Monte Fresh....................................................................175FutureCeuticals ..........................................................67Gilster-Mary Lee .....................................................................75Our Home ..................................................................100J.R. Short Milling Company................................................ 145Johnsonville / Momence Packing................................... 300Plochman Inc ..............................................................78Rise Baking ............................................................................180Silva International .................................................. 265Urban Farmer LLC ................................................... 450Van Drunen Farms....................................................738 CHEMICALS MANUFACTURING Ardex Americas / WW Henry...............................................40DOW Chemical Company....................................................56Kensing .................................................................................. 230Valspar/Sherwin Williams....................................................170Sun Chemical ..........................................................................55TRANSPORTATION/DIST./LOGISTICSA.N. Webber............................................................. 280Baker and Taylor.................................................................. 454Fedex Freight ..........................................................................25Hoekstra Transportation ...........................................115Midwest Transit .................................................................... 300NFI Industries ....................................................................... 260Swift Transportation...............................................................25 Transformco.............................................................................52Vision Logistics .......................................................................90OTHER All Star Management................................................441Aqua Illinois ................................................................49The Daily Journal........................................................50e2i ................................................................................40Gardant Management Solutions ................................140Gordon Electric Supply................................................. 84IL Army National Guard .......................................40 FT / 300 PTKankakee Community College ................................377Kankakee Nursery ......................................................85Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency ......................23K.B. Cores...............................................................................125Monicals Pizza Corporation.....................................139Olivet Nazarene University..................................... 560Tivoli Enterprises - Classic Cinemas .................................30GENERAL MANUFACTURING Ag Reliant Genetics .........................................................18AHF Products ................................................................285Crown Holdings Inc. .....................................................155Edmund Allen Lumber Company ....................... 90Electron Beam Technologies, Inc. .......................70Enterprise Coated Products .........................................22Fibre Drum ........................................................................35Fratco Inc...........................................................................24Gotion...............................................................................100Greif ....................................................................................52IKO Midwest Inc. ...........................................................162ITW Angleboard...............................................................65J.R. Edwards Brushes & Rollers Inc. .........................120RS Cryo Equipment.........................................................25Simplex...............................................................................39VanVoorst Lumber Company Inc........................ 63Vulcan Materials Company............................................31IRON/STEEL/METALS INDUSTRIES ABC Coating...................................................................160Arctic Snow & Ice Control ............................................ 60Belson Steel Center and Scrap............................75CMC Rebar......................................................................100Nucor Steel .................................................................... 420Peddinghaus Corporation................................. 290River Valley Recycling ........................................196Shoup Manufacturing ....................................... 200Stor-Loc ................................................................ 65Vanfab Inc. ........................................................... 55 PLASTICS MANUFACTURINGITW Zip-Pak.......................................................... 45Pactiv Evergreen ...........................................................210Ring Container.................................................................42HEALTH CARE Ascension Saint Mary - Kankakee ............................773Cigna Healthcare ......................................................1,200Illinois Bone & Joint Institute......................................100Illinois Veteran's Home ............................................... 368Nexus Indian Oaks........................................................ 310Riverside Healthcare ......................................2,929Shapiro Developmental Center.............................1,2002025KANKAKEE COUNTYMARKETPROFILE
EDUCATION & TRAININGOLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITYOlivet offers students opportunities to choose from more than 140 areas of study, participate in 90 clubs and organizations, play on 22 intercollegiate athletic teams, take advantage of study-abroad and volunteer experiences around the world, and benefit from a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The private university is consistently ranked as a College of Distinction and in 2024, was ranked as the #10 Best Value Regional University in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report.Focused on preparing students for lives of service in meaningful careers in every industry, Olivet has seen strong growth over the last decade, particularly in the Martin D. Walker School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Features of the School of STEM include ABET-accreditation in engineering; six engineering concentrations including architectural, chemical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical; and a Computer & Emerging Technologies program that includes a high-demand major in Cybersecurity Defense and 13 optional industry certifications. Visit olivet.edu for more information.KANKAKEE COMMUNITY COLLEGEWhile adapting to future trends, Kankakee Community College plays a vital role in training qualified workers for many occupations. The college’s career-focused programs and certificates are driven by input from advisory committees made up of local business and industry. KCC also offers the first two years of abachelor’s degree, providing a high-quality, affordable foundation before transferring to four-year universities. Students can benefit from multiple services including career search help, veterans’ services, and programs for dislocated workers with financial need. In a 2022 survey, 95% of KCC students agreed that their KCC education was worth the cost, and 93% would recommend the college. KCC remains an affordable option to develop skills for high wage careers. Full-time tuition and fees are below $5,000(https://www.ilcollege2career.com), and averagefinancial aid awards are above $2,000 (2022-23 school year). Nearly 87% of students receive financial aid. Through continuing education, business partnerships, career services and adult education, the college meets the community’s needs with custom training, personal enrichment, free GED® preparation, and otheropportunities. KANKAKEE AREA CAREER CENTERThe Kankakee Area Career Center (KACC) is your gateway to advanced technical andvocational education, empowering junior and senior high school students with the skills and knowledge to excel in today’s competitive job market and higher education pathways.Comprehensive Programs:C.N.A., Law Enforcement, Fire/EMT(B), Welding Technology, Construction Technology,Cosmetology, Auto Technology, MedicalTerminology, Engineering & Design, Foundations of Education (includes preschool for 3-5-year-olds), Multimedia Production, Cyber Security/Ethical Hacking, Aviation (launching Fall 2025)What Sets KACC Apart?• Professional Certifications: Earn industryrecognized credentials that enhance your employability and provide a competitive edge.• Dual College Credit: Get a head start on your college education with transferable credits, saving time and money.• Internships & Work-Based Training: Gain real-world experience with local businesses, developing practical skills and valuablenetworking opportunities.Beyond technical skills KACC prioritizes holistic development to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for success. Whether you plan to enter the workforce directly or pursue higher education, KACC equips you withtransferable skills, confidence, and the founda-tion for lifelong success. Find out more at kacc-il.org.CAREER COACHA partnership between the Economic Alliance of Kankakee County, KCC, the Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley and the Iroquois Area Regional Delivery System, Career Coach is a location-based online tool to connect local career and trainingopportunities with available employment. kcc.emsicc.comThe Grundy Livingston Kankakee Workforce Board is responsible for local workforce development training which enablesindividuals and employers to succeed in today's economy.• Responsible for investing $7.5M annually in support of local workforce training• Issued $575,000 in training scholarships to area residents from July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 which resulted in 180 individualsreceiving scholarships• Provides employers with training funds to upskill current workforce• Assists businesses with recruitment and workforce needs including hiring events, promotions, and labor market dataHEALTHCARE IN FOCUSMANUFACTURING MOVEMENTINDUSTRY GROWTH IN20 YEARS42.5%SOURCE: Lightcast6,791INDUSTRY POSITIONS95% ABOVE NATIONAL AVERAGESOURCE: Lightcast, Labor Shed Market Analysis 2024 by ChmuraAVAILABLEWORKFORCEEach manufacturing position attracts over 60 applicants, while transportation andwarehouse roles receive more than 50applicants per 2024 Kankakee County Labor Shed Market Analysis by Chmura.5% ABOVE NATIONAL AVERAGEAVERAGE EARNINGS105K$+ABOVENATIONALAVERAGE29%HEALTHCARE POSITIONS IN KANKAKEE COUNTY7,713COST OF LIVINGLABOR FORCEDRIVE TIMES812,5462,754,709SPOTLIGHT ON HOUSINGLIVABILITY• Remote-Work Accessible• Urbanized Location• Shuttle Service to Midway International Airport 12x/dayKankakee County ................. 88.9Chicago Metro........................115.1Joliet-Will County.................. 94.4Average COLI ..........................100Source: 2024 Annual Composite Cost of LIving Index (COLI) produced by the Council for Community and Economic ResearchCOST OF LIVINGSOURCE: U.S. Census Bureau, OnTheMap application LEHD Origin-DestinationMarket analysis for Kankakee County shows STRONGopportunity for new residentialdevelopment over the next several years.According to study by Tracy Cross & Associates Inc.Residential development incentivesavailable within the Kankakee CountyEnterprise Zone and include free ordiscounted building permits and sales tax exemptions on new construction, andsubstantial rehabilitation*, subject to theindividual communities. For additional information on specific land available for these incentives visit K3GIS.COM.RESIDENTIAL INCENTIVES
EDUCATION & TRAININGOLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITYOlivet offers students opportunities to choose from more than 140 areas of study, participate in 90 clubs and organizations, play on 22 intercollegiate athletic teams, take advantage of study-abroad and volunteer experiences around the world, and benefit from a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The private university is consistently ranked as a College of Distinction and in 2024, was ranked as the #10 Best Value Regional University in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report.Focused on preparing students for lives of service in meaningful careers in every industry, Olivet has seen strong growth over the last decade, particularly in the Martin D. Walker School of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Features of the School of STEM include ABET-accreditation in engineering; six engineering concentrations including architectural, chemical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical; and a Computer & Emerging Technologies program that includes a high-demand major in Cybersecurity Defense and 13 optional industry certifications. Visit olivet.edu for more information.KANKAKEE COMMUNITY COLLEGEWhile adapting to future trends, Kankakee Community College plays a vital role in training qualified workers for many occupations. The college’s career-focused programs and certificates are driven by input from advisory committees made up of local business and industry. KCC also offers the first two years of abachelor’s degree, providing a high-quality, affordable foundation before transferring to four-year universities. Students can benefit from multiple services including career search help, veterans’ services, and programs for dislocated workers with financial need. In a 2022 survey, 95% of KCC students agreed that their KCC education was worth the cost, and 93% would recommend the college. KCC remains an affordable option to develop skills for high wage careers. Full-time tuition and fees are below $5,000(https://www.ilcollege2career.com), and averagefinancial aid awards are above $2,000 (2022-23 school year). Nearly 87% of students receive financial aid. Through continuing education, business partnerships, career services and adult education, the college meets the community’s needs with custom training, personal enrichment, free GED® preparation, and otheropportunities. KANKAKEE AREA CAREER CENTERThe Kankakee Area Career Center (KACC) is your gateway to advanced technical andvocational education, empowering junior and senior high school students with the skills and knowledge to excel in today’s competitive job market and higher education pathways.Comprehensive Programs:C.N.A., Law Enforcement, Fire/EMT(B), Welding Technology, Construction Technology,Cosmetology, Auto Technology, MedicalTerminology, Engineering & Design, Foundations of Education (includes preschool for 3-5-year-olds), Multimedia Production, Cyber Security/Ethical Hacking, Aviation (launching Fall 2025)What Sets KACC Apart?• Professional Certifications: Earn industryrecognized credentials that enhance your employability and provide a competitive edge.• Dual College Credit: Get a head start on your college education with transferable credits, saving time and money.• Internships & Work-Based Training: Gain real-world experience with local businesses, developing practical skills and valuablenetworking opportunities.Beyond technical skills KACC prioritizes holistic development to ensure students are well-rounded and prepared for success. Whether you plan to enter the workforce directly or pursue higher education, KACC equips you withtransferable skills, confidence, and the founda-tion for lifelong success. Find out more at kacc-il.org.CAREER COACHA partnership between the Economic Alliance of Kankakee County, KCC, the Community Foundation of Kankakee River Valley and the Iroquois Area Regional Delivery System, Career Coach is a location-based online tool to connect local career and trainingopportunities with available employment. kcc.emsicc.comThe Grundy Livingston Kankakee Workforce Board is responsible for local workforce development training which enablesindividuals and employers to succeed in today's economy.• Responsible for investing $7.5M annually in support of local workforce training• Issued $575,000 in training scholarships to area residents from July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024 which resulted in 180 individualsreceiving scholarships• Provides employers with training funds to upskill current workforce• Assists businesses with recruitment and workforce needs including hiring events, promotions, and labor market dataHEALTHCARE IN FOCUSMANUFACTURING MOVEMENTINDUSTRY GROWTH IN20 YEARS42.5%SOURCE: Lightcast6,791INDUSTRY POSITIONS95% ABOVE NATIONAL AVERAGESOURCE: Lightcast, Labor Shed Market Analysis 2024 by ChmuraAVAILABLEWORKFORCEEach manufacturing position attracts over 60 applicants, while transportation andwarehouse roles receive more than 50applicants per 2024 Kankakee County Labor Shed Market Analysis by Chmura.5% ABOVE NATIONAL AVERAGEAVERAGE EARNINGS105K$+ABOVENATIONALAVERAGE29%HEALTHCARE POSITIONS IN KANKAKEE COUNTY7,713COST OF LIVINGLABOR FORCEDRIVE TIMES812,5462,754,709SPOTLIGHT ON HOUSINGLIVABILITY• Remote-Work Accessible• Urbanized Location• Shuttle Service to Midway International Airport 12x/dayKankakee County ................. 88.9Chicago Metro........................115.1Joliet-Will County.................. 94.4Average COLI ..........................100Source: 2024 Annual Composite Cost of LIving Index (COLI) produced by the Council for Community and Economic ResearchCOST OF LIVINGSOURCE: U.S. Census Bureau, OnTheMap application LEHD Origin-DestinationMarket analysis for Kankakee County shows STRONGopportunity for new residentialdevelopment over the next several years.According to study by Tracy Cross & Associates Inc.Residential development incentivesavailable within the Kankakee CountyEnterprise Zone and include free ordiscounted building permits and sales tax exemptions on new construction, andsubstantial rehabilitation*, subject to theindividual communities. For additional information on specific land available for these incentives visit K3GIS.COM.RESIDENTIAL INCENTIVES
EDUCATION & TRAININGOLIVET NAZARENE UNIVERSITYOlivet offers students opportunities to choose from more than 140 areas of study, participate in 90 clubs andorganizations, play on 22 intercollegiate athletic teams, take advantage of study-abroad and volunteerexperiences around the world, and benefit from a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The private university isconsistently ranked as a College of Distinction and in 2024, was ranked as the #10 Best Value RegionalUniversity in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report.Focused on preparing students for lives of service in meaningful careers in every industry, Olivet has seenstrong growth over the last decade, particularly in the Martin D. Walker School of Science, Technology,Engineering and Math. Features of the School of STEM include ABET-accreditation in engineering; sixengineering concentrations including architectural, chemical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical; anda Computer & Emerging Technologies program that includes a high-demand major in Cybersecurity Defenseand 13 optional industry certifications. Visit olivet.edu for more information.KANKAKEE COMMUNITY COLLEGEWhile adapting to future trends, Kankakee CommunityCollege plays a vital role in training qualified workers formany occupations. The college’s career-focusedprograms and certificates are driven by input fromadvisory committees made up of local business andindustry. KCC also offers the first two years of abachelor’s degree, providing a high-quality, affordablefoundation before transferring to four-year universities.Students can benefit from multiple services includingcareer search help, veterans’ services, and programs fordislocated workers with financial need.
In a 2022 survey, 95% of KCC students agreed that theirKCC education was worth the cost, and 93% wouldrecommend the college. KCC remains an affordableoption to develop skills for high wage careers. Full-timetuition and fees are below $5,000(https://www.ilcollege2career.com), and averagefinancial aid awards are above $2,000 (2022-23 schoolyear). Nearly 87% of students receive financial aid.Through continuing education, business partnerships,career services and adult education, the college meetsthe community’s needs with custom training, personalenrichment, free GED® preparation, and otheropportunities.KANKAKEE AREA CAREER
For available property information or custom data drill-downs for local workforce readiness, wages, demographics, consumer trends, cost of doingbusiness, cost of living, recent expansions and development incentives, please contact the Alliance office.INCENTIVESINCENTIVESENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAMIn Kankakee County, enterprise zones provide valuabletools that enable the development of residential,commercial and industrial areas. Together, our communi-ty's two enterprise zones have seen more than $2.5B incapital investment across 125 projects, with the creationof more than 4,600 jobs in the past five years.BASED ON LOCATION, PROJECTS MAY BE ELIGIBLETO PURSUE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:• New Market Tax Credits• Opportunity Zone Financ-ing• Tax Increment Financing• Historic Tax Credit• C-PACE Financing• Film Tax Credits andrelated incentives• Special Service Area orBusiness District BenefitsINCENTIVES FOR QUALIFYING PROJECTS:• 5-year property tax abatement• Sales tax exemption on building materials• Free/discounted building permits• Investment tax credit• Machinery/equipment sales tax exemption• Utility tax exemptionTRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTUREAIRGreater Kankakee Airport (IKK) is Chicago's Southland’s largest regional airport, with the longest runway outside ofMidway International, at 5,981 feet. IKK is also home to a state-of-the-art $65M Illinois Army National Guard ReadinessCenter and Army Aviation Support Facility.Kankakee County is in close proximity to Midway International Airport, which is drivable in 50 minutes and accessible byRiver Valley Metro shuttle service daily; and O’Hare International Airport, drivable in 60 minutes.CLASS 1 RAIL• Canadian National• Norfolk Southern• Union PacificINTERSTATE ACCESS• Six I-57 Exits includingnew BourbonnaisParkway interchangeat Exit 318• Daily Traffic: +40kcars/dailyPUBLIC TRANSIT• River Valley Metro BusService• Traditional Routes• Paratransit Service• Service to Midway Airport12 times daily — $2 each way• Show Bus routes to ruralareasFIBER• Dark fiber is accessible frommultiple carriersWATER• Aqua Illinois system-wide capacity totals 30 MGDTimothy Nugent, President/CEOtnugent@kankakeecountyed.orgAngela Morrey, Vice President of Business Developmentamorrey@kankakeecountyed.orgKANKAKEE COUNTY TOP EMPLOYERSBold indicates headquarters location.BIOTECHNOLOGYCSL Behring........................................................................1,440Millipore Sigma .......................................................................89FOOD PROCESSINGBunge Milling...........................................................................85Del Monte Fresh....................................................................175FutureCeuticals ..........................................................67Gilster-Mary Lee .....................................................................75Our Home ..................................................................100J.R. Short Milling Company................................................ 145Johnsonville / Momence Packing................................... 300Plochman Inc ..............................................................78Rise Baking ............................................................................180Silva International .................................................. 265Urban Farmer LLC ................................................... 450Van Drunen Farms....................................................738
CHEMICALS MANUFACTURINGArdex Americas / WW Henry...............................................40DOW Chemical Company....................................................56Kensing .................................................................................. 230Valspar/Sherwin Williams....................................................170Sun Chemical ..........................................................................55TRANSPORTATION/DIST./LOGISTICSA.N. Webber............................................................. 280Baker and Taylor.................................................................. 454Fedex Freight ..........................................................................25Hoekstra Transportation ...........................................115Midwest Transit .................................................................... 300NFI Industries ....................................................................... 260Swift Transportation...............................................................25Transformco.............................................................................94Vision Logistics .......................................................................90OTHERAll Star Management................................................441Aqua Illinois ................................................................49The Daily Journal........................................................50e2i ................................................................................40Gardant Management Solutions ................................140Gordon Electric Supply................................................. 84IL Army National Guard .......................................40 FT / 300 PTKankakee Community College ................................377Kankakee Nursery ......................................................85Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency ......................23K.B. Cores...............................................................................125Monicals Pizza Corporation.....................................139Olivet Nazarene University..................................... 560Tivoli Enterprises - Classic Cinemas .................................30GENERAL MANUFACTURINGAg Reliant Genetics .........................................................18AHF Products ................................................................285Crown Holdings Inc. .....................................................155Edmund Allen Lumber Company ....................... 90Electron Beam Technologies, Inc. .......................70Enterprise Coated Products .........................................22Fibre Drum ........................................................................35Fratco Inc...........................................................................24Gotion...............................................................................100Greif ....................................................................................52IKO Midwest Inc. ...........................................................162ITW Angleboard...............................................................65J.R. Edwards Brushes & Rollers Inc. .........................120RS Cryo Equipment.........................................................25Simplex...............................................................................39VanVoorst Lumber Company Inc........................ 63Vulcan Materials Company............................................31IRON/STEEL/METALS INDUSTRIESABC Coating...................................................................160Arctic Snow & Ice Control ............................................ 60Belson Steel Center and Scrap............................75CMC Rebar......................................................................100Nucor Steel .................................................................... 420Peddinghaus Corporation................................. 290River Valley Recycling ........................................196Shoup Manufacturing ....................................... 250Stor-Loc ................................................................ 65Vanfab Inc. ........................................................... 55
PLASTICS MANUFACTURINGITW Zip-Pak.......................................................... 45Pactiv Evergreen ...........................................................210Ring Container.................................................................42HEALTH CAREAscension Saint Mary - Kankakee ............................773Cigna Healthcare ......................................................1,200Illinois Bone & Joint Institute......................................100Illinois Veteran's Home ...............................................335Nexus Indian Oaks........................................................ 310Riverside Healthcare ......................................2,929Shapiro Developmental Center.............................1,2002025KANKAKEE COUNTYMARKETPROFILE
For available property information or custom data drill-downs for local workforce readiness, wages, demographics, consumer trends, cost of doingbusiness, cost of living, recent expansions and development incentives, please contact the Alliance office.INCENTIVESENTERPRISE ZONE PROGRAMIn Kankakee County, enterprise zones provide valuabletools that enable the development of residential,commercial and industrial areas. Together, our communi-ty's two enterprise zones have seen more than $2.5B incapital investment across 125 projects, with the creationof more than 4,600 jobs in the past five years.BASED ON LOCATION, PROJECTS MAY BE ELIGIBLETO PURSUE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING:• New Market Tax Credits• Opportunity Zone Financ-ing• Tax Increment Financing• Historic Tax Credit• C-PACE Financing• Film Tax Credits andrelated incentives• Special Service Area orBusiness District BenefitsINCENTIVES FOR QUALIFYING PROJECTS:• 5-year property tax abatement• Sales tax exemption on building materials• Free/discounted building permits• Investment tax credit• Machinery/equipment sales tax exemption• Utility tax exemptionTRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTUREAIRGreater Kankakee Airport (IKK) is Chicago's Southland’s largest regional airport, with the longest runway outside ofMidway International, at 5,981 feet. IKK is also home to a state-of-the-art $65M Illinois Army National Guard ReadinessCenter and Army Aviation Support Facility.Kankakee County is in close proximity to Midway International Airport, which is drivable in 50 minutes and accessible byRiver Valley Metro shuttle service daily; and O’Hare International Airport, drivable in 60 minutes.CLASS 1 RAIL• Canadian National• Norfolk Southern• Union PacificINTERSTATE ACCESS• Six I-57 Exits includingnew BourbonnaisParkway interchangeat Exit 318• Daily Traffic: +40kcars/dailyPUBLIC TRANSIT• River Valley Metro BusService• Traditional Routes• Paratransit Service• Service to Midway Airport12 times daily — $2 each way• Show Bus routes to ruralareasFIBER• Dark fiber is accessible frommultiple carriersWATER• Aqua Illinois system-wide capacity totals 30 MGDTimothy Nugent, President/CEOtnugent@kankakeecountyed.orgAngela Morrey, Vice President of Business Developmentamorrey@kankakeecountyed.orgKANKAKEE COUNTY TOP EMPLOYERSBold indicates headquarters location.BIOTECHNOLOGYCSL Behring........................................................................1,440Millipore Sigma .......................................................................89FOOD PROCESSINGBunge Milling...........................................................................85Del Monte Fresh....................................................................175FutureCeuticals ..........................................................67Gilster-Mary Lee .....................................................................75Our Home ..................................................................100J.R. Short Milling Company................................................ 145Johnsonville / Momence Packing................................... 300Plochman Inc ..............................................................78Rise Baking ............................................................................180Silva International .................................................. 265Urban Farmer LLC ................................................... 450Van Drunen Farms....................................................738
CHEMICALS MANUFACTURINGArdex Americas / WW Henry...............................................40DOW Chemical Company....................................................56Kensing .................................................................................. 230Valspar/Sherwin Williams....................................................170Sun Chemical ..........................................................................55TRANSPORTATION/DIST./LOGISTICSA.N. Webber............................................................. 280Baker and Taylor.................................................................. 454Fedex Freight ..........................................................................25Hoekstra Transportation ...........................................115Midwest Transit .................................................................... 300NFI Industries ....................................................................... 260Swift Transportation...............................................................25Transformco.............................................................................52Vision Logistics .......................................................................90OTHERAll Star Management................................................441Aqua Illinois ................................................................49The Daily Journal........................................................50e2i ................................................................................40Gardant Management Solutions ................................140Gordon Electric Supply................................................. 84IL Army National Guard .......................................40 FT / 300 PTKankakee Community College ................................377Kankakee Nursery ......................................................85Kankakee River Metropolitan Agency ......................23K.B. Cores...............................................................................125Monicals Pizza Corporation.....................................139Olivet Nazarene University..................................... 560Tivoli Enterprises - Classic Cinemas .................................30GENERAL MANUFACTURINGAg Reliant Genetics .........................................................18AHF Products ................................................................285Crown Holdings Inc. .....................................................155Edmund Allen Lumber Company ....................... 90Electron Beam Technologies, Inc. .......................70Enterprise Coated Products .........................................22Fibre Drum ........................................................................35Fratco Inc...........................................................................24Gotion...............................................................................100Greif ....................................................................................52IKO Midwest Inc. ...........................................................162ITW Angleboard...............................................................65J.R. Edwards Brushes & Rollers Inc. .........................120RS Cryo Equipment.........................................................25Simplex...............................................................................39VanVoorst Lumber Company Inc........................ 63Vulcan Materials Company............................................31IRON/STEEL/METALS INDUSTRIESABC Coating...................................................................160Arctic Snow & Ice Control ............................................ 60Belson Steel Center and Scrap............................75CMC Rebar......................................................................100Nucor Steel .................................................................... 420Peddinghaus Corporation................................. 290River Valley Recycling ........................................196Shoup Manufacturing ....................................... 200Stor-Loc ................................................................ 65Vanfab Inc. ........................................................... 55
PLASTICS MANUFACTURINGITW Zip-Pak.......................................................... 45Pactiv Evergreen ...........................................................210Ring Container.................................................................42HEALTH CAREAscension Saint Mary - Kankakee ............................773Cigna Healthcare ......................................................1,200Illinois Bone & Joint Institute......................................100Illinois Veteran's Home ............................................... 368Nexus Indian Oaks........................................................ 310Riverside Healthcare ......................................2,929Shapiro Developmental Center.............................1,2002025KANKAKEE COUNTYMARKETPROFILE