The functions and duties of the Economic Development Department are the following:

Company Liaison - Works with and assists existing companies.

Enterprise Zone - Administers the Effingham Enterprise Zone.

Tax Increment Financing - Administers the City's four Tax Increment Financing Districts.

Revolving Loan Fund - Administers the City's Revolving Loan Fund and assists companies in applying for State of Illinois grants and loans.

Municipal Data - Maintains and updates Effingham information including site and building information, community profiles, and various brochures.