FOIA Request to City of Spring Valley regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.
A request was made by the Illinois Valley Times under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) for a comprehensive list of employees from the City of Spring Valley. The request seeks detailed information about each employee, including their full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary or hourly rate if applicable, and hire or start date. This information is requested in an electronic format to facilitate reporting efforts.
The Illinois Valley Times is a media organization dedicated to delivering accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of its mission to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency, the organization has requested these records. They have also applied for a fee waiver due to their role as a media outlet disseminating information to the public.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this coalition 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. 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.
