DeKalb Times

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by DeKalb Times to the City of Sycamore on August 21, 2025. The request seeks a comprehensive list of all city employees, including details such as full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary or hourly rate if applicable, and hire/start date. The information is requested in an electronic format to facilitate reporting and analysis.

The Illinois Freedom of Information Act, cited in the request as 5 ILCS 140, allows for public access to government records. This transparency measure supports the media's role in holding public institutions accountable and providing necessary information to the public. DeKalb Times has requested a fee waiver based on its status as a media organization.

The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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 and helps ensure that pets have the 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.