FOIA Request to City of Grayville regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.
On August 21, 2025, SE Illinois News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Grayville in Illinois. The request seeks a comprehensive list of all city employees with specific details such as full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary or hourly rate if applicable, and hire/start date. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.
The requester emphasized the importance of access to public records for media professionals. Such access allows journalists to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency to the public. SE Illinois News is seeking this information in an electronic format and has requested a fee waiver due to their role in disseminating news to the public.
SE Illinois News is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website: 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 and helps ensure that pets have the correct vaccinations against diseases like rabies.
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.
