Fire Department receives $700,000 from Congressman Bost to assist with funding of a new ladder truck: Funding for Ladder Truck; 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.

Police Department public services

Effingham Police Department is composed of officers and civilians who work together to serve and care for our neighbors, businesses and visitors.

We offer a variety of services to help the community, including:

  • Community alerts
  • Sex Offender and Violent Offender Registries
  • Business emergency contact program
  • Premise Alert Program
  • Local criminal background checks
  • Car seat checks
  • Security camera program
  • Off-duty police services

Get help

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