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Council approves rezoning for 1219 East Rickleman Avenue despite resident safety concerns
City Council of Effingham · November 18, 2025
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Summary
The Effingham City Council approved Ordinance 77-20-25 to rezone 1219 E. Rickleman Ave from NU to B2 after hearing a resident raise traffic and safety concerns; council directed staff to consult IDOT about signal timing.
The Effingham City Council voted to approve Ordinance 77-20-25, rezoning 1219 East Rickleman Avenue from NU (non-urban) to B2 (General Commercial).
Resident Diana Dragnia spoke during public comment opposing the change, saying the area already suffers heavy traffic from a nearby truck stop and a new commercial zone would increase truck…
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