PROJECTPRE-RFP

STAR bond district consulting services

City of Effingham city
Detected
Oct 20, 2026
18 days ago
Sector
Professional Services
Detected 18 days agoOct 20

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From the meeting

On October 20, 2026 the council discussed Resolution No. 163-2026 for an agreement with Jacob & Klein, Ltd. and The Economic Development Group, Ltd.

to establish the Effingham STAR Bond District. The work was described as technical assistance, legal advice, and administrative services. The item was pulled from the consent agenda and returned to a future City Council meeting, so no contract was approved in this meeting.

City records showed the decision was still open.

Meeting date
October 20, 2026
Agency
City of Effingham city

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