Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a state statute that provides the public the right to access government documents and records. As an Illinois public body, Elgin Community College is subject to and complies with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 ILCS 140/1-140/11.

All FOIA requests will be processed in accordance with the act. In an effort to best provide the requested information, all requests must include complete contact information and adequate details of the information being requested (e.g. type of records requested, including but not limited to dates/timeframe). Each request will be complied with or denied within five (5) working days after its receipt. The five (5) working day time limit may be extended to include an additional five (5) working days in some cases. Each request for a commercial purpose will be complied with or denied within twenty-one (21) days after its receipt. Accordingly, if your request is for a commercial purpose, please indicate that it is for a commercial purpose as required under the act. Any attempt to procure a public record for a commercial purpose without disclosing that the use is for a commercial purpose constitutes a violation of the act warranting a fine. For documents related to the Board of Trustees, please visit the board's page.

The college has designated Respicio Vazquez, General Counsel, as its FOIA officer. FOIA requests for public records should be submitted in writing via regular mail, personal delivery, or email or addressed to:

There is no copying fee for the first 50 black-and-white standard-sized copies. The fee for additional copies beyond 50 pages is 15 cents per page. The college may charge fees for voluminous or commercial requests as permitted by 5 ILCS 140/6.

You can learn more about the FOIA at the Illinois Attorney General’s website.

Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Section 4 (5 ILCS 140/4) Requirements:

Brief Description of the Public Body

Elgin Community College (ECC) is committed to being the top choice for individuals to learn, grow, and pursue their dreams in a culture that prioritizes access, fosters innovation, and promotes success. Our mission is to improve lives through learning by empowering students to achieve their goals in a welcoming and equitable environment. We support our employees in thriving and utilizing their full potential, with many of our 1,105 employees being proud alumni of ECC. Together, we work to transform and enrich our community and the world beyond.

Office Locations and Contact Information

ECC serves the northwest Chicago area, covering five counties: Kane, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, and McHenry. District 509 spans 360 square miles and includes communities like Burlington, Streamwood, St. Charles, and Algonquin. ECC also maintains strong partnerships with the four local K-12 districts, supporting the educational ecosystem across the region.

• ECC Main Campus, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin, IL 60123, 847-697-1000
• ECC Center for Emergency Services, 815 E. Plank Rd., Burlington, IL 60109, 847-886-5395
• Education and Work Center, 6704 Barrington Rd., Hanover Park, IL 60133, 630-634-7400
• Streamwood Center, Streamwood Village Hall, 301 E. Irving Park Blvd., Streamwood, IL 60107

Board Information

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ECC offers associate degrees, transfer options, and certificates that align with the needs of our community. Many of our career and technical programs are accredited by relevant professional organizations. The college actively engages with the local community, with 148 full-time and 340 part-time faculty, ensuring a student-to-faculty ratio of 20:1. We are governed by the District 509 Board of Trustees, which is composed of seven elected members serving six-year terms, along with one student trustee serving a one-year term.

Last reviewed April 2025.