Peoria Standard

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

The Peoria Standard, a media organization dedicated to delivering thorough and precise news coverage on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Minonk. The request, sent on August 21, 2025, seeks a comprehensive list of all city employees. The requested information includes 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), with a preference for receiving the data in electronic format. As part of their role in gathering and reporting news to the public, Peoria Standard emphasizes the importance of access to public records in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. They have also requested 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 aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies by utilizing Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. This coalition aims to enhance transparency and inform the American electorate about government actions. More information about this organization can be found at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.

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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.