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How to request public records under the Illinois FOIA
About the Village of Williamsville
The Village of Williamsville is a municipality located in Sangamon County, Illinois, incorporated in 1853. The village government provides essential services to its residents including public safety, water and sewer, streets maintenance, parks, and general administration.
In accordance with Section 4(a) of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140/4(a)), the Village of Williamsville makes its public records available to any person for inspection and copying as provided by the Act.
How to Submit a FOIA Request
The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) provides the public with the right to access government records. You may submit a FOIA request to the Village of Williamsville using any of the following methods:
- Online: Use our online FOIA submission form for the fastest processing.
- By Mail: Send a written request to the Village of Williamsville FOIA Officer.
- In Person: Visit the Village Hall during regular business hours.
- By Email: Email your request to the FOIA Officer.
Fee Schedule
In accordance with the Illinois FOIA (5 ILCS 140/6), the following fees may apply to your request:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Black & white copies (letter/legal, first 50 pages) | Free |
| Black & white copies (after first 50 pages) | $0.15/page |
| Color copies | Actual cost |
| Electronic records (email/CD/USB) | Free |
| Certification of records | $1.00/document |
Response Timeline
5 Business Days
The village will respond to your FOIA request within 5 business days after receipt. The response will either provide the requested records, deny the request with an explanation, or notify you of an extension.
5-Day Extension
An additional 5 business days may be needed if the request is voluminous, requires consultation with another body, or requires legal review. You will be notified of any extension.
Legal References
FOIA requests to the Village of Williamsville are governed by the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. This Act establishes the rights of individuals to access public records and the obligations of public bodies to respond to such requests.
If you believe your FOIA request has been improperly denied, you may file a request for review with the Illinois Attorney General's Public Access Counselor at (877) 299-3642 or online at foia.ilattorneygeneral.net.