North Egypt News

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by North Egypt News to the City of Mount Vernon, Illinois, seeking detailed information about city employees. The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and was sent on August 21, 2025. The request specifically asks for a comprehensive list of all city employees, including their full names, sex, race, job titles, departments or divisions, annual salaries or hourly rates if applicable, and hire or start dates.

North Egypt News is a media organization dedicated to delivering thorough and accurate news coverage concerning local governmental affairs. In their request, they emphasized the importance of accessing public records to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. They also requested that the information be provided in an electronic format to facilitate their reporting process.

The requester highlighted their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies by utilizing Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details 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 support animal control and health programs by ensuring pets are vaccinated against diseases such as 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.