Kane County Reporter

FOIA Request to City of Elgin regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City of Elgin by Kane County Reporter, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request, dated August 21, 2025, seeks detailed information about city employees under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The requested data includes the full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary (or hourly rate), and hire/start date for each employee.

The request emphasizes the importance of accessing public records to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. As a media entity involved in disseminating news to the public, Kane County Reporter has requested a fee waiver based on their role in providing essential information to the community.

The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website.

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Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.