Council approves personnel code changes, storm‑sewer contract authorization and routine bills

Feb 3, 2026

The Effingham City Council approved a package of personnel‑policy ordinances (establishing a return‑to‑work/light‑duty program and related workers’ compensation changes), adopted a resolution authorizing administration of a $1.5 million CDBG storm‑sewer grant and voted to pay city bills; council also recessed into executive session to discuss real estate and litigation.

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The Effingham City Council approved several ordinance and resolution items during its meeting, adopting new workplace policies and authorizing a professional‑services agreement linked to a Community Development Block Grant for storm‑sewer work.

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