City Hall will be closed Tuesday, December 31st and Wednesday, January 1st. If you need to make a utility payment, please use the drop box located on the east side of City Hall. If you have a water/sewer emergency, please call the Water Treatment Plant at 217-347-5056. We wish you a Happy New Year and hopes for a peaceful 2025!

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Effingham Police Department
(217) 347-0774
(217) 342-5345 (FAX)
EPD@EffinghamIL.com
110 South 3rd Street
Effingham, IL 62401
Office hours:
7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday

Emergency response:
24 hours a day
7 days a week
365 days a year

Effingham Police BadgeEffingham Police Department is composed of Officers and civilians who work together to enforce laws and care for their Effingham neighbors, businesses, and visitors. The men and women of Effingham PD are dedicated to building public trust and legitimacy within our community through open communication and transparency with those we serve.

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