Ken Williams, Mayor at City of Oregon | https://cityoforegon.org/
Ken Williams, Mayor at City of Oregon | https://cityoforegon.org/
FOIA Request to City of Oregon regarding a list of city employees on August 21, 2025.
A request has been made to the City of Oregon under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) by NW Illinois News. The request seeks a comprehensive list of all city employees, including specific details such as full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary or hourly rate if applicable, and hire/start date. This information is requested in an electronic format to facilitate reporting efforts.
The requester, affiliated with NW Illinois News, emphasizes the importance of access to public records for media professionals. Such access is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency in governmental affairs. The request also includes a plea for a fee waiver based on their role in disseminating information to the public.
Additionally, the requester is associated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website.
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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.