The Effingham 2050 Comprehensive Plan is in final draft, and available for your review.  Also, a Homestretch Timeline of meetings and objectives has been set.  These meetings are an opportunity for you to express your opinion and ideas about the final draft of the Plan. To view the Plan, please go to: Comprehensive Plan.

Category: Economic Development updates

City adopts Housing and Economic Recovery Plan

In a bid to revitalize its economy and bolster its workforce, the City of Effingham has taken a significant step forward with the adoption of a comprehensive Housing and Economic Recovery Plan. This initiative, fueled by the Research in Illinois to Spur Economic Recovery (RISE) grant, marks a pivotal moment in Effingham’s journey towards growth. … Continued

Residential Incentives Approved for Effingham/Effingham County Enterprise Zone

The Effingham/Effingham County Enterprise Zone is excited to announce that an amendment to the Effingham Enterprise Zone to help spur residential development has been approved by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity. The amendment has been made possible through cooperation and partnership with the City of Effingham, Effingham County, and the Village of … Continued

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