McHenry Times

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by McHenry Times to the City of McHenry on August 21, 2025. The request seeks a comprehensive list of all city employees with specific details including full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary or hourly rate if applicable, and hire/start date. This information is requested under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.

The request emphasizes the importance of access to public records for media professionals who are responsible for gathering and reporting news to the public. The requester has expressed a preference for receiving this information in electronic format and has requested a fee waiver due to their role as a media professional.

McHenry Times is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through 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. The pet license typically involves a fee and must be renewed periodically. Licensing supports animal control and health programs and helps ensure that pets have the correct vaccinations, especially against deadly and highly contagious 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.