A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Perry County Clerk's office on January 14, 2025. The request was made by us at SW Illinois News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The information requested under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, pertains to the upcoming 2025 Consolidated Elections. Specifically, we have asked for a list of candidates running in these elections. The details requested include each candidate's name, the date they filed their candidacy, and the office they are running for.
As a media organization committed to transparency and holding public institutions accountable, access to such public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. We believe that this information will help us provide our readers with an accurate picture of the upcoming elections and ensure that they are well-informed about their choices.
We have also requested a fee waiver as a media professional given our role in disseminating information to the public. This request is currently pending approval from the Perry County Clerk's office.
We will continue to keep our readers updated as we receive more information regarding this FOIA request and the upcoming elections.
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