FOIA ensures the free and open exchange of information between government and the public. Since 1967, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) has provided the public the right to request access to records from any federal agency. It is often described as the law that keeps citizens in the know about their government. The purpose … Continued
Once the project is complete the project owner needs to report to the final cost of building materials and labor, along with the number of current employees to the Enterprise Zone Administrator in order to close the project. All sales tax exemption certificate holders will need to report to the Illinois Department of Revenue the … Continued
Sign permits are required for new signs, face changes, enlargement, relocation, or replacement. For your application you’ll need to provide: Photographs of all existing signs on the building. An inventory of all existing signs on the site. This inventory should include location and square footage of each sign. A site plan showing the property lines and … Continued
Building permits are required to construct, enlarge, alter, remove, demolish, repair, improve, or convert a building or structure. This also includes swimming pools, signs, and accessory (storage) buildings. Some projects don’t require a permit. If you need help determining if your project requires a building permit, please contact the Building Official Office at (217) 342-5300 … Continued
You can search our Enterprise Zone Map by address to see if your property is located in the Enterprise Zone. View Enterprise Zone Map
Digital copies provided via email are free. After the first 50 pages of black and white printed copies, a fee of $0.15 per page will be charged. Color copies, as well as media such as CDs, DVDs, and flash drives also have fees associated with them. If you prefer to view the requested document rather … Continued
The City must respond to a FOIA request within five business days unless: The City extends the time for a response by an additional five business days for a reason allowed by FOIA The City and requestor agree to an extension in writing It is a commercial request or the request is otherwise subject to … Continued
Anyone wishing to view or obtain copies of City records should submit a written request to the City Clerk’s Office either in person, by mail, fax, or email. (submit a foia form link?)
Anyone can submit a FOIA request.
FOIA is a state statute that provides the public the right to access government documents and records. The purpose behind FOIA is to provide transparency as the public has a right to know what the government is doing. FOIA statute states that any person can ask a public body can request a copy of its … Continued
