A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Chester regarding unpaid parking violations on October 28, 2024. The request, issued by SW Illinois News, sought comprehensive details about all outstanding parking fines within the city.
The specifics requested include a list of all current unpaid parking violations. This includes the name of the offender, their address, the amount due for each violation, the date of each violation, and the total amount due overall.
As a media organization committed to providing thorough and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at SW Illinois News believe access to public records is essential in fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public.
Given our role in disseminating information to the public, we have also requested a fee waiver as part of this FOIA request under our status as a media professional.
We will continue to follow up on this request and provide updates as they become available. Our commitment remains steadfast in delivering comprehensive news coverage that serves our community's right to know.
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