Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

FOIA is the State of Illinois Freedom of Information Act under which certain public records in possession of public agencies may be accessed by the public upon written request. Some records are, however, not subject to release via the FOIA process; these types of records are described under section 7 of the Act (5 ILCS 140/7). 

• Fill out an online FOIA Request Form

Vital Records such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage licenses must be obtained through the Champaign County Clerk.

Requests for Calls for Service and/or 911 calls should be directed to METCAD.

Requests For Copies Or Inspection Of Records Pursuant To The Illinois Freedom Of Information Act

For questions about FOIA or pending FOIA Requests, please contact:

     FOIA Officer:            Ross McNeil

     Email:                        remcneil [at] urbanaillinois.us (remcneil[at]urbanaillinois[dot]us)

     Phone:                      217-384-6276

     Mailing Address:     FOIA Officer, 400 S Vine St, Urbana, IL 61801

Response to FOIA requests will be provided within five business days after receipt of the completed request form. In the event we cannot respond to the request within five days, a notice will be sent to the requester explaining the need for an extension.