A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Hoopeston regarding unpaid parking violations on October 28, 2024. As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at Chambana Sun have sought access to public records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.
The requested information includes a list of all parking violations currently unpaid. This list should include the name of the offender, their address, the amount due, violation date, and total due. We believe that this information is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities as journalists.
Our role in gathering and reporting news to the public involves holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency. Access to such records is crucial in ensuring that we can provide accurate and comprehensive coverage on matters affecting our community.
As a media organization, we have also requested a fee waiver for this information. We believe that our role in disseminating information makes us eligible for such waivers as per provisions in the FOIA.
We will continue to follow up on this request and keep our readers updated on any developments.
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