Rockford Sun

FOIA Request to City of Loves Park regarding city employees list on August 21, 2025.

The Rockford Sun, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Loves Park. The request, sent on August 21, 2025, seeks a detailed list of all city employees. The requested information 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.

This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140), which allows for public access to government records. The Rockford Sun emphasizes the importance of this information in fulfilling its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. As part of their commitment to public service journalism, they have requested that the information be provided in electronic format and have sought a fee waiver based on their status as a media organization.

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

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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.