City Hall will be closed for the following holidays: Tuesday, December 24th; Wednesday, December 25th; Tuesday, December 31st; 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 a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and hopeful start to the New Year for each of you and your families!

Mission, vision, values

Mission Statement

The mission of the Effingham Police Department is to provide professional public safety services in partnership with the community.

Vision Statement

The men and women of the Effingham Police Department are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our community while treating all people fairly with dignity and respect.

Our Values

  • Integrity
  • Compassion
  • Accountability
  • Innovation

Get help

Effingham Police Department
(217) 347-0774
EPD@EffinghamIL.com
110 South 3rd Street
Effingham, IL 62401
Office hours:
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday - Friday

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