State, Effingham County in Liquor Inspection Pilot Program

In an effort to improve the allocation of alcohol beverage compliance resources, the State of Illinois and Effingham County have recently joined forces to launch the Effingham County Liquor Inspection Pilot Program.

Under the agreement, the Clay/Effingham County Health Department has begun carrying out Standard Liquor Inspections for all Effingham County license holders on behalf of the State of Illinois. Utilizing existing State resources, the Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) is providing financial assistance and training for designated local inspectors.

The Clay/Effingham County Health Department began conducting inspections for the 82 Effingham County license holders upon the completion of ILCC training in August and will continue through June 30, 2018 when the pilot program concludes. Inspections include areas of local concern, such as health/sanitation, license and insurance verifications, and deceptive practices. Under the terms of the agreement, local officials are required to report their findings to the state commission, which may result in further adjudicative action.

The Liquor Inspection Pilot Program includes the jurisdictions of all incorporated and unincorporated areas within the County of Effingham.

For more information on the Illinois Liquor Control Commission, visit their website at: www.illinois.gov/ilcc.