City of Decatur Warns Residents of Potentially Fraudulent Emails

November 3, 2026 The City of Decatur is warning residents and businesses about potentially fraudulent emails claiming to come from city employees. In a public notice, the city says it has received copies of emails impersonating City of Decatur employees. Officials remind the public that all legitimate city email addresses will end in @decaturil.gov. Anyone unsure about the authenticity of an email is encouraged to contact the city directly to verify the message. Officials caution residents not to use phone numbers or other contact information included in a suspicious email. Instead, they recommend using the staff directory on the city s official website to find the correct contact information for an employee or department. The city says taking a moment to verify an unexpected message can help prevent potential problems.