FOIA is a State statute that provides the public the right to access government documents and records. A person can request records maintained by the City of Mattoon on a specific subjects, unless the record is covered under the exemptions in the statue. If you are interested in reviewing/receiving copies of documents, complete the FOIA Application.
The Mattoon City Council has designated the following employees as FOIA officers for the type of records shown. Completed FOIA requests should be mailed to the appropriate FOIA officer using the address below or by other venues mentioned hereafter.
| FOIA Officer | Type of Record | Mailing Address | Other Venues |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susan O'Brien or Marsha True | Municipal Records | 208 N. 19th Street Mattoon, IL 61938 |
Fax: 217-258-6435 Email: foiaofficer@mattoonillinois.org |
| Tony Nichols or Doug Dodson | Fire Department Records |
1812 Prairie Avenue |
Fax: 217-234-2448 Email: foiaofficer@mattoonillinois.org |
| Debbie Prater or Heather Smith | Police Department Records | 1710 Wabash Avenue Mattoon, IL 61938 |
Fax: 217-258-6715 Email: foiaofficer@mattoonillinois.org |
Records that the City will furnish immediately upon request are: