The City’s Municipal Electrical Aggregate will end in December, 2025. During this year’s bidding process, the City was unable to secure through the aggregate process a lower rate than Ameren. Residents on the City’s aggregate will automatically return to Ameren at a lower rate.  You still have the option to choose an electrical supplier other than Ameren, within two months, although Ameren will remain your provider.

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What is the purpose of FOIA?

FOIA is a state statute that provides the public the right to access government documents and records. The purpose behind FOIA is to provide transparency as the public has a right to know what the government is doing. FOIA statute states that any person can ask a public body can request a copy of its...

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What is the Enterprise Zone investment tax credit?

The Illinois Income Tax Act 35 ILCS 5/201, as amended allows a .5 percent credit against the state income tax for investments in qualified property, which is placed in service in an enterprise zone. The investment tax credit will be filed for on your yearly tax return.

What is the Enterprise Zone Manufacturing Machinery and Equipment (M,M & E) sales tax exemption?

The Revenue Act 35 ILCS 120/1d-1f, as amended allows a business enterprise that is certified by DCEO, that either creates a minimum of 200 full-time equivalent jobs in Illinois; or retains a minimum of 2,000 full-time jobs in Illinois; or which retains 90% of the existing jobs, a 6.25 percent state sales tax exemption on...

What qualifies as "building materials" eligible for sales tax exemption?

Building materials that are eligible for the enterprise zone sales tax deduction include items that are permanently affixed to real property such as lumber, mortar, glued-down carpets, paint, wallpaper and similar affixed items. Please contact the Zone Administrator if you have further questions on what is considered an eligible building material.

What is the sales tax exemption?

The purchase of qualified building materials from a retailer that charges Illinois State Sales Tax is eligible for a sales tax exemption. Any contractor purchasing qualified building materials must submit an application to the Enterprise Zone Administrator. The application information will then be given to the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) and they will issue...

Can property tax be abated in the tax increment-financing districts (TIFs)?

No. Taxes generated by the increase in assessed valuation within a TIF district -- the tax increment -- go into a special allocation fund used fund improvements within the TIF district boundaries. This is set by State statute.

What is the Enterprise Zone property tax abatement incentive

Properties located within the Enterprise Zone boundaries may have a part of its property taxes abated. The portion abated includes the added improvements to the property. This means the abatement amount will be the property tax increment that is created from the improvement. Taxes are not abated on the existing property value.  

Where does an interested party obtain a liquor license for Effingham County, outside of city limits?

County Board Chairman Josh Douthit:  217-342-4990 or jdouthit@effinghamcountyil.com

Where can an individual obtain a copy of the Liquor Control Ordinance for Effingham?

The City's Liquor Ordinance is available at the City of Effingham's website at Liquor Control Ordinance.  Also, a copy may be picked up at the Mayor's Office in City Hall or a copy can be mailed or emailed with a request to: JKemper@EffinghamIL.com.

How are liquor license codes regulated?

The local liquor ordinance must adopt rules and regulations that are imposed by the State Liquor Control Commission. Additionally, the Local Liquor Ordinance may contain rules and regulations that are more restrictive than the State, but never less restrictive. Effingham liquor establishments located within the city limits are regulated by an adopted Liquor Control Ordinance...

Disconnect water and sewer service form

Learn about disconnecting water and sewer service before you complete the form.

Does a liquor license holder need a state license?

Yes. Illinois is a duo-liquor license state. Those wanting to sell alcohol must first possess a local liquor license and secondly possess a state liquor license

How does one get started to obtain a liquor license?

Parties interested in obtaining a liquor license must schedule an initial appointment to meet with the Local Liquor Control Commission (Mayor, who serves as the Liquor Control Commissioner, and the Deputy Liquor Control Commissioner). The Mayor determines if the interested party may proceed with the application process.  See Apply for a liquor license  

Who is the liquor control commissioner for Effingham?

Mayor Schutzbach is the liquor control commissioner and is charged with the responsibility of administering the adopted rules and regulations in the City's Liquor Ordinance

Is it a criminal offense to sell liquor without a current license?

Yes

What should I do when I get a phone call from a telemarketer representing the Effingham Fire Department?

This is certainly a 'red flag' indicating that the solicitation is probably not legitimate, as the solicitor is not sanctioned to identify themselves as a member of the Effingham Fire Department.

What do I do if I am uncomfortable with a solicitation?

The Illinois Attorney General's Office investigates telemarketing fraud. If you feel you have become a victim of fraud, contact the Illinois Attorney General. Many scam artists use a false representation such as a fire or police benevolent organization. There have been many successful prosecutions of these scams. You also have the option to just hang...

What are some indications that solicitation may not be legitimate?

If any solicitor offers to come to your house to pick up your cash donation, this should be a 'red flag' that it is not a legitimate solicitation. Many scam artists avoid the Federal Mail Fraud laws by sending a courier. If the US Postal Service was used to perpetrate a fraud, it is automatically...

The Effingham Firefighters Association or the Effingham Firefighters Union Local 3084 has solicited me for donations. Do those funds directly benefit the Effingham Fire Department?

No. Both of these legitimate organizations have solicited funds in the past by contracting with a telemarketing firm for the purpose of raising money for food baskets for the needy in Effingham. While it is your decision to help these efforts, the Effingham Fire Department does not directly benefit from your donation, nor does the...

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