Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- The Effingham City Council met for their regular meeting Tuesday and started off by recognizing a new firefighter and two new promotions. Blake Poe was introduced as a new firefighter for EFD, and Jake Burrell and Chad Berg were introduced as paid on-call second Lieutenants.
The Council also discussed a possible new mural along Jefferson Avenue in Downtown Effingham. The mural would be a project headed by HSHS Medical Group and Stang Arts. The Council also heard that an agreement was reached with the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council #209, involving police telecommunicators. The agreement includes slight pay raises.
The Council then heard about the planned Amtrak pedestrian crossing, which was given the OK to proceed. The work is expected to cost around $481k, which is entirely funded through grants.
The Council also:
- Approved group medical and health insurance coverage
- Renewed employee assistance program with Sarah Bush
- Accepted quotes for West Jefferson Avenue water main replacement project
City Planner Greg Koester also reminded the Council and public about the upcoming Effingham 2050 Comprehensive Plan Meeting on May 15th. The public is welcome to attend and share their thoughts and provide input on the future plans of the City.
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