FOIA Request to City of Yorkville regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City of Yorkville on August 21, 2025, by a news reporter from Kendall County Times. The request seeks a comprehensive list of all city employees with specific details under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The information requested includes each employee’s full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary or hourly rate if applicable, and hire or start date.
The requester emphasized the importance of accessing public records for journalistic purposes to ensure transparency and accountability in local governmental affairs. The media organization also sought a fee waiver based on their role in disseminating information to the public.
The requestor 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 organization can be found on their website here.
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