The Water Department has reintroduced phone payments for your water and sewer bill! If you would like to pay your bill by phone with debit/credit/e-check, please call 833-490-9215. Please have your account number and customer ID ready. / Need a place of shelter during severe weather? See Library: New Storm Safe Shelter
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Welcome to Effingham, Illinois

Effingham 2050 Comprehensive Plan

Learn more about our Effingham 2050 Comprehensive Plan project and how it will impact the future of the city.

Common services

Pay your water bill

Pay your water and sewer bill online and set up automatic payments.

Municipal Code

Find city ordinances and regulations.

Get a job with the City

Find and apply for jobs with the City of Effingham.

Apply for a building or construction permit

Get permits for buildings, pools, signs, demolition, and utility projects.

Economic and business development

Learn about program and partnership opportunities for economic and business development

Request a fire incident report

Get a report about a recent fire.

Request a police report

Get a police report or other police records.

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