It is the "public policy of the State of Illinois that all persons are entitled to full and complete information regarding the affairs of government." 5ILCS140/1 The State of Illinois has made this policy a law through the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, which further declares that all persons shall have access to all public records in order to promote transparency and accountability at all levels of government.  

How to Make a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Request 

To make a request online through the City's online portal click here: 

To make a FOIA request by mail or fax, please download the form and send to:

3770 McCoy Drive
Aurora, IL 60504
Fax: 630-256-3299