South Central Reporter

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

The South Central Reporter, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Litchfield. The request, sent on August 21, 2025, seeks a comprehensive 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 South Central Reporter emphasizes the importance of such data in fulfilling its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. As part of their professional duties in news gathering and reporting, they have also requested a fee waiver for accessing these records.

The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition supports media companies and advocacy groups by using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to investigate governmental actions at both state and federal levels. More information about this organization can be found on their website here.

In Illinois, pet owners must have a license for certain pets like dogs and comply with state and local regulations as defined in the Illinois Animal Welfare Act. These licenses typically involve a fee and must be renewed periodically to support animal control and health programs while ensuring that pets are vaccinated 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.