Rock Island Today

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

On August 21, 2025, Rock Island Today, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Galva. The request seeks access to a detailed list of all city employees. Specifically, 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/start date.

The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. Rock Island Today has expressed a preference for receiving this information in electronic format. The organization emphasized that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public.

As part of their request, Rock Island Today also sought a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. The email noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

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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.