Chambana Sun

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City of Georgetown, Illinois, by Chambana Sun, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request seeks detailed information about all city employees. Specifically, the request asks for a list that 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 request emphasizes the preference for receiving this information in an electronic format.

The purpose of this FOIA request is to facilitate transparency and accountability within public institutions by making such records accessible to the public. As members of the media, we are committed to providing comprehensive news coverage and believe that access to these records is crucial for fulfilling our responsibilities. Furthermore, we have requested a fee waiver due to our role in disseminating information as media professionals.

This FOIA request is supported by The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. Their mission is to enhance transparency and inform the American electorate about government actions. More details about their work can be found on their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.

In Illinois, pet owners must have a license for certain pets like dogs and comply with state and local regulations. These licenses are defined in the Illinois Animal Welfare Act and must comply with the Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Rules. Licensing supports animal control and health programs while ensuring pets have proper vaccinations against diseases like rabies.

We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.