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!
Yes. A license from the Effingham Police Department is required to do business as an itinerant merchant, solicitor or peddler in the City of Effingham. The only exception to this is a merchant who offers produce which they have grown themselves. Learn more and apply for a permit.
As a service, Effingham Police Department registers bicycles for free for anyone living in the City of Effingham. To register, bring your bicycle to the police department at 110 S. 3rd Street any weekday.
If your organization wants to host a fundraiser at specific intersections in Effingham, you need to get a permit before your event. Download an application packet and contact Jane Kemper at JKemper@EffinghamIL.com or 217-342-5300 ext. 5308.
There are 2 main ways to provide your input to the City Council. You can: Speak at a City Council meeting in-person Send a letter or email to the Mayor and other Commissioners
Effingham is the host of a wide variety of engaging and fun events for people of all ages and interests! For a comprehensive calendar and description of events, go to Visit Effingham.
The Effingham Park District offers summer camps and other activities for your whole family. You can call them at 217-342-5680, or send them an email. The Effingham Public Library also offers summer camps and programs.
Crime in Illinois Annual Uniform Crime Reports, published by Illinois State Police, include past crime statistics for Effingham. For the most recent crime statistics: Email Sandi Gillet, or Call 217-347-0774 extension 5326
