A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Duquoin City Council in Illinois, seeking detailed information about its council members on October 15, 2024.
We at SW Illinois News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, are committed to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Access to public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities.
The requested records include a list of all council members with specific fields such as their names, titles, the year they were appointed, their term duration (2 or 4 years), and the date when their term expires. We believe this information is essential for the public to understand who represents them at the city level and how long they have been in those positions.
As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we have asked for a fee waiver under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. This request is made in light of our role in disseminating information to the public and ensuring transparency in government operations.
We look forward to receiving this information from the Duquoin City Council as it will greatly aid us in our mission of delivering comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs.
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