Winter Weather Preparedness Week is November 10-14, 2025.  Check out City of Effingham EMA and National Weather Service for helpful resources and tips to get ready for winter weather events.
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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.

Economic and business development

Learn about program and partnership opportunities for economic and business development

Find contract opportunities

View bid notices and requests for proposals for City construction projects, professional services, procurement, and more.

Apply for a building or construction permit

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

Request a police report

Get a police report or other police records.

Request a fire incident report

Get a report about a recent fire.

Upcoming meetings

Meetings

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