Illinois Personnel Records Request

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Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act, employees can request to inspect and obtain copies of their personnel records. This includes documents related to employment qualifications, performance, accommodations, and any disciplinary actions. Employers must comply within seven working days, with a possible extension of an additional seven days if necessary. If you have concerns about your rights or the records impact on your employment, consulting a legal professional is advisable.

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please re-draft part * of * of this IL personnel records review request: Dear Human Resources, Pursuant to the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act, * ILCS */* et seq., I hereby submit this formal request to inspect and obtain copies of all personnel records that are, have been, or may be used to determine my qualifications for employment, promotion, transfer, additional compensation, discharge, disciplinary action, or any other employment‑related decision concerning me. This request is intended to be comprehensive. It includes, but is not limited to, the following categories of records: *. All documentation of any kind placed in my personnel file, including but not limited to: Pre‑employment screening results, new‑hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations
Here's a re-drafted version of your request:
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Subject: Request for Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This includes documents relating to my employment qualifications, promotions, transfers, compensation, discharge, or any employment-related decisions. Specifically, I seek:
*. All documents in my personnel file, including pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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*. All documentation of any kind placed in my personnel file, including but not limited to: Pre‑employment screening results, new‑hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations Notes of any kind, summaries, progress reports, performance reviews, and feedback Complaints, concerns, commendations, kudos, grievances, or disciplinary actions (formal or informal) Internal or external communications (including emails, text messages, and Teams messages/chats) referencing my performance, conduct, hours/schedule, work, discipline, or employment status
Here's a revised version of your request to include all the specified documents:
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Subject: Request for Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request covers documents related to my employment qualifications, promotions, transfers, compensation, discharge, or any employment-related decisions. Specifically, I seek:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, including:
- Pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
- Notes, summaries, progress reports, performance reviews, and feedback.
- Complaints, concerns, commendations, kudos, grievances, or disciplinary actions (formal or informal).
- Internal or external communications (emails, text messages, Teams messages/chats) related to my performance, conduct, hours/schedule, work, discipline, or employment status.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need further adjustments!
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including: Initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, and conclusions Related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation of any kind
Case Rating: *
Here's a revised version of your request including records from the Ethics Office:
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Subject: Request for Personnel and Ethics Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation of any kind.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need any additional adjustments!
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
Case Rating: *
Here's a revised version of your request to include materials submitted by Christopher Parrish or his office:
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Subject: Request for Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation.
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need any more adjustments!
*. Any documentation relating to, supporting, explaining, or involving how the findings of Christopher Parrish’s investigation were determined, including all materials considered, relied upon, referenced, or generated in connection with the determination that the allegations or concerns he investigated were “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
Case Rating: *
Here's a revised version of your request to include documentation related to Christopher Parrish’s investigation findings:
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Subject: Request for Personnel and Investigation Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation.
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
*. All documentation related to, supporting, or explaining the findings of Christopher Parrish’s investigation, including materials considered, relied upon, referenced, or generated in connection with determining the status of the allegations or concerns as “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need further adjustments!
*. Any records, reports, notes, or correspondence reflecting performance concerns, reprimands, disciplinary considerations, or supervisory involvement. *. All documentation related to the approval and implementation of my Reasonable Accommodation (RA) establishing a later in‑office schedule, including any related medical records, correspondence, and compliance documentation.
Case Rating: *
Here's a revised version of your request to include performance concerns and reasonable accommodation documentation:
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Subject: Request for Personnel and Accommodation Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation.
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
*. All documentation related to, supporting, or explaining the findings of Christopher Parrish’s investigation, including materials considered, relied upon, referenced, or generated in connection with determining the status of the allegations or concerns as “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
*. Any records, reports, notes, or correspondence reflecting performance concerns, reprimands, disciplinary considerations, or supervisory involvement.
*. All documentation related to the approval and implementation of my Reasonable Accommodation (RA) establishing a later in-office schedule, including related medical records, correspondence, and compliance documentation.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need any more adjustments!
*. All documentation related to the September * denial of the requested three‑day remote work accommodation, including all considerations, determinations, details involved, and the rationale for the denial. *. All documentation related to the approval and implementation of my two‑week remote RA in November *, including: Records regarding the unique hours requested and approved Medical or external documentation Any correspondence of any kind
Case Rating: *
Here's a revised version of your request to include the additional specific documentation you need:
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Subject: Request for Comprehensive Personnel and Accommodation Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation.
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
*. All documentation related to, supporting, or explaining the findings of Christopher Parrish’s investigation, including materials considered, relied upon, referenced, or generated in connection with determining the status of the allegations or concerns as “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
*. Any records, reports, notes, or correspondence reflecting performance concerns, reprimands, disciplinary considerations, or supervisory involvement.
*. All documentation related to the approval and implementation of my Reasonable Accommodation (RA) establishing a later in-office schedule, including related medical records, correspondence, and compliance documentation.
*. All documentation related to the September * denial of the requested three-day remote work accommodation, including all considerations, determinations, details involved, and the rationale for the denial.
*. Documentation related to the approval and implementation of my two-week remote RA in November *, including records regarding the unique hours requested and approved, medical or external documentation, and any correspondence.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need any additional adjustments!
*. All documentation related to my request for supervisory realignment, including: Correspondence, notes, reports, or determinations Any CHA internal policies or criteria governing supervisory reassignment *. All documentation related to changes made to my RA in December *, including internal communications, notes, schedules, workload lists, and any materials relied upon in the approval, support, or rationale for those changes. *. All records referencing, documenting, or relating to my telework schedule, check‑in requirements, or schedule modification requests and/or approvals.
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It sounds like you're working on a comprehensive request for your personnel records under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. Here's how you can revise the remaining parts of your request to include points * to *:
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Subject: Request for Comprehensive Personnel and Accommodation Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation.
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
*. All documentation related to, supporting, or explaining the findings of Christopher Parrish’s investigation, including materials considered, relied upon, referenced, or generated in connection with determining the status of the allegations or concerns as “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
*. Any records, reports, notes, or correspondence reflecting performance concerns, reprimands, disciplinary considerations, or supervisory involvement.
*. All documentation related to the approval and implementation of my Reasonable Accommodation (RA) establishing a later in-office schedule, including related medical records, correspondence, and compliance documentation.
*. All documentation related to the September * denial of the requested three-day remote work accommodation, including all considerations, determinations, details involved, and the rationale for the denial.
*. Documentation related to the approval and implementation of my two-week remote RA in November *, including records regarding the unique hours requested and approved, medical or external documentation, and any correspondence.
*. All documentation related to my request for supervisory realignment, including correspondence, notes, reports, or determinations, as well as any CHA internal policies or criteria governing supervisory reassignment.
*. All documentation related to changes made to my RA in December *, including internal communications, notes, schedules, workload lists, and any materials relied upon in the approval, support, or rationale for those changes.
*. All records referencing, documenting, or relating to my telework schedule, check-in requirements, or schedule modification requests and/or approvals.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need any more adjustments!
*. All documentation related to my performance, achievements, advancement, promotion eligibility, or feedback from peers or supervisors. *. Any documentation reflecting complaints or concerns about my behavior or performance that did not result in formal disciplinary action, an email reprimand, or a documented conversation. *. All documentation related to my eligibility or ineligibility for the six‑month $* raise, including any requirements, expectations, or criteria applied.
Case Rating: *
It looks like you're working on a comprehensive personnel records review request under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. Here's how you can revise the remaining sections:
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Subject: Request for Comprehensive Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation.
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
*. All documentation related to, supporting, or explaining the findings of Christopher Parrish’s investigation, including materials considered, relied upon, referenced, or generated in connection with determining the status of the allegations or concerns as “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
*. Any records, reports, notes, or correspondence reflecting performance concerns, reprimands, disciplinary considerations, or supervisory involvement.
*. All documentation related to the approval and implementation of my Reasonable Accommodation (RA) establishing a later in-office schedule, including related medical records, correspondence, and compliance documentation.
*. All documentation related to the September * denial of the requested three-day remote work accommodation, including all considerations, determinations, details involved, and the rationale for the denial.
*. Documentation related to the approval and implementation of my two-week remote RA in November *, including records regarding the unique hours requested and approved, medical or external documentation, and any correspondence.
*. All documentation related to my request for supervisory realignment, including correspondence, notes, reports, or determinations, as well as any CHA internal policies or criteria governing supervisory reassignment.
*. All documentation related to changes made to my RA in December *, including internal communications, notes, schedules, workload lists, and any materials relied upon in the approval, support, or rationale for those changes.
*. All records referencing, documenting, or relating to my telework schedule, check-in requirements, or schedule modification requests and/or approvals.
*. All documentation related to my performance, achievements, advancement, promotion eligibility, or feedback from peers or supervisors.
*. Any documentation reflecting complaints or concerns about my behavior or performance that did not result in formal disciplinary action, an email reprimand, or a documented conversation.
*. All documentation related to my eligibility or ineligibility for the six-month $* raise, including any requirements, expectations, or criteria applied.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Feel free to let me know if you need further adjustments!
*. Any documents added to my personnel file between February *, *, and the present. *. All documentation involving, referencing, or authored by Dominick Maniscalco, including: Notes, correspondence, reports, or communications Any materials related to meetings, supervisory communications/structures, my performance, treatment, accommodations, or his approval processes/considerations *. All documentation involving or referencing me from each of the following supervisors, broken out separately by individual: Cynthia Harris: all communications, notes, evaluations, or reports authored by or involving her Sunil Kumar: all communications, notes, evaluations, or reports authored by or involving him Sajid Baig: all communications, notes, evaluations, or reports authored by or involving him
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It seems like you are preparing a comprehensive personnel records request under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. Here's a revised version of your request incorporating points * to *:
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Subject: Request for Comprehensive Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
*. All documentation placed in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening results, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy/procedure confirmations.
*. All records created or provided by the Ethics Office, including initial and subsequent reports, investigation mandates, progress notes, findings, conclusions, related correspondence, summaries, and supporting documentation.
*. Any materials submitted to HR or placed in my personnel file by Christopher Parrish or his office.
*. All documentation related to, supporting, or explaining the findings of Christopher Parrish’s investigation, including materials considered, relied upon, referenced, or generated in connection with determining the status of the allegations or concerns as “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
*. Any records, reports, notes, or correspondence reflecting performance concerns, reprimands, disciplinary considerations, or supervisory involvement.
*. All documentation related to the approval and implementation of my Reasonable Accommodation (RA) establishing a later in-office schedule, including related medical records, correspondence, and compliance documentation.
*. All documentation related to the September * denial of the requested three-day remote work accommodation, including all considerations, determinations, details involved, and the rationale for the denial.
*. Documentation related to the approval and implementation of my two-week remote RA in November *, including records regarding the unique hours requested and approved, medical or external documentation, and any correspondence.
*. All documentation related to my request for supervisory realignment, including correspondence, notes, reports, or determinations, as well as any CHA internal policies or criteria governing supervisory reassignment.
*. All documentation related to changes made to my RA in December *, including internal communications, notes, schedules, workload lists, and any materials relied upon in the approval, support, or rationale for those changes.
*. All records referencing, documenting, or relating to my telework schedule, check-in requirements, or schedule modification requests and/or approvals.
*. All documentation related to my performance, achievements, advancement, promotion eligibility, or feedback from peers or supervisors.
*. Any documentation reflecting complaints or concerns about my behavior or performance that did not result in formal disciplinary action, an email reprimand, or a documented conversation.
*. All documentation related to my eligibility or ineligibility for the six-month $* raise, including any requirements, expectations, or criteria applied.
*. Any documents added to my personnel file between February *, *, and the present.
*. All documentation involving, referencing, or authored by Dominick Maniscalco, including:
- Notes, correspondence, reports, or communications
- Any materials related to meetings, supervisory communications/structures, my performance, treatment, accommodations, or his approval processes/considerations
*. All documentation involving or referencing me from each of the following supervisors, broken out separately by individual:
- Cynthia Harris: all communications, notes, evaluations, or reports authored by or involving her
- Sunil Kumar: all communications, notes, evaluations, or reports authored by or involving him
- Sajid Baig: all communications, notes, evaluations, or reports authored by or involving him
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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*. All documentation related to the formal write‑up I received in June *, including all supporting materials, rationales, and communications.
Case Rating: *
It looks like you're drafting a comprehensive request under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. For point *, you could include it like this:
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Subject: Request for Comprehensive Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
[...]
*. All documentation related to the formal write-up I received in June *, including all supporting materials, rationales, and communications.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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Let me know if you need any further adjustments!
*. All documentation related to my hours/schedule, including any records providing the circumstances, context, reasons, and/or explanations for the establishment or amendment of my approved hours. Specifically: Documentation related to the establishment of and changes to my hours/schedule since my start in February * A Records related to the request for and/or temporary approval of the *:* a.m.–*:* p.m. schedule on my remote days during summer *, and the subsequent denial or confusion surrounding those hours B Documentation related to the denial or revocation of my ability to work the earlier shift in fall *, including communications stating I could work either *:* a.m.–*:* p.m. or *:* a.m.–*:* p.m. on remote days, and any subsequent reprimands or denials for working the earlier shift
Case Rating: *
It looks like you have a comprehensive request under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. For point *, you can include it like this:
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Subject: Request for Comprehensive Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request access to inspect and obtain copies of my personnel records. This request includes:
[...]
*. All documentation related to my hours/schedule, including records providing circumstances, context, reasons, and/or explanations for the establishment or amendment of my approved hours. Specifically:
- Documentation related to the establishment of and changes to my hours/schedule since February *.
- Records related to the request for and/or temporary approval of the *:* a.m.–*:* p.m. schedule on remote days during summer *, and the subsequent denial or confusion surrounding those hours.
- Documentation related to the denial or revocation of my ability to work the earlier shift in fall *, including communications stating I could work either *:* a.m.–*:* p.m. or *:* a.m.–*:* p.m. on remote days, and any subsequent reprimands or denials for working the earlier shift.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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C. Documentation related to the December * change to my RA, which amended my remote schedule to match my in‑office schedule (*:* a.m.–*:* p.m.) without notice or explanation D. Any documentation providing context, rationale, or alternative explanations for these changes, including workload distribution or departmental scheduling preferences
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It seems you are working on a detailed personnel records request under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. If you have any specific concerns or believe your rights were violated due to these changes in your schedule, it might be beneficial to consult with a legal professional. Would you like any further assistance or clarification on specific points?
*. Any Oracle system records or documentation related to: My performance goals or evaluations The approval and setting of my work schedule The establishment or modification of my hours in Oracle, including any documentation reflecting a *:* a.m.–*:* p.m. schedule or other configurations
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It sounds like you're making a detailed request for personnel records, which can be quite involved under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. If you have concerns about how these records impact your employment status or legal rights, consulting with a legal professional could be beneficial.
Is there anything else specific you'd like assistance with in your request?
I am requesting both inspection and copies of all responsive documents. Please provide access to these records within the time required by law, including all documents you are statutorily obligated to produce. Thank you for your attention to this request.
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It sounds like you have a comprehensive request for personnel and related records under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act. Here are some key points to remember:
- Employers must comply with requests to review personnel records within seven working days after receiving your request.
- If unable to meet this timeline, they can extend it by seven additional working days if they provide a written explanation.
If you need further advice on navigating any issues with your request, feel free to ask!
Please take all of the following points and re-draft them into the an Illinois personnel records review act
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Here's a redrafted version for your comprehensive Illinois Personnel Records Review Act request:
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Subject: Request for Comprehensive Personnel Records Review
Dear Human Resources,
Under the Illinois Personnel Records Review Act (* ILCS */* et seq.), I formally request to inspect and obtain copies of all personnel records relevant to my employment. This request includes:
*. Documentation in my personnel file, such as pre-employment screening, new-hire paperwork, acknowledgments, and policy confirmations.
*. Ethics Office records: reports, mandates, notes, findings, and related correspondence.
*. Materials from Christopher Parrish or his office in my personnel file.
*. Documentation on findings from Christopher Parrish’s investigation, including materials used to determine allegations as “unfounded,” “founded,” or “undetermined.”
*. Records reflecting performance concerns, reprimands, or supervisory involvement.
*. Documentation on Reasonable Accommodation (RA) approvals, including medical records and correspondence.
*. Documentation on the denial of the September * remote work accommodation.
*. Approval of my two-week remote RA in November *, including hours, medical documentation, and correspondence.
*. Documents related to my supervisory realignment request, including CHA policies.
*. RA changes in December *: communications, schedules, and supporting materials.
*. Records on my telework schedule, check-ins, and schedule modification requests.
*. Documentation on performance, achievements, promotions, or feedback from peers/supervisors.
*. Complaints or concerns about my behavior/performance not resulting in formal actions.
*. Documentation on eligibility for the six-month $* raise.
*. Documents added to my file since February *, *.
*. Documentation involving Dominick Maniscalco: notes, meetings, performance, and approval processes.
*. Records from supervisors Cynthia Harris, Sunil Kumar, and Sajid Baig: communications, notes, evaluations, and reports.
*. Documentation on the formal write-up received in June *.
*. Documentation on my hours/schedule: establishment, changes, and approvals.
*. Oracle system records on performance goals, work schedule approvals, and modifications.
I request both inspection and copies of all responsive documents within the statutory timeframe.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
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