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

On August 21, 2025, Southern Illinois News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Rosiclare in Illinois. The request seeks a comprehensive list of all city employees with specific details. The information requested includes each employee's full name, sex, race, job title, department or division, annual salary or hourly rate if applicable, and hire or start date.

The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. Southern Illinois News has expressed a preference for receiving this data in electronic format. As part of their journalistic duty to provide transparency and hold public institutions accountable, they have also requested a fee waiver due to their status as a media organization.

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Southern Illinois News is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies by utilizing Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about the 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.