Dupage Policy Journal

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

The DuPage Policy Journal has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Elmhurst. The request, dated August 21, 2025, seeks detailed information about all city employees. Specifically, the request asks for records that include 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 individuals and organizations to access public records from government bodies in Illinois. The requester has expressed a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.

The DuPage Policy Journal is part of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition supports media companies and advocacy groups in their efforts to investigate governmental agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. Their goal is to promote transparency and inform the American public about government actions.

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 typically involves a fee and must be renewed periodically. It supports animal control and health programs while ensuring pets have correct 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.