FOIA Request to City of Monticello Regarding Building Permits on October 30, 2024.
We at Chambana Sun, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, have sent a request for records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) to the City of Monticello. The request specifically asks for information about all new residential and commercial building permits issued from January 1, 2023, up until the present date.
The details we seek include the type of permit, date issued, fee paid, requester's name, address where the work is being done, and contractor's name. Additionally, we are also seeking information about all active residential and commercial building permits along with their current status.
As a news organization dedicated to transparency and holding public institutions accountable, access to these public records is essential for us in fulfilling our professional responsibilities. Given our role in disseminating information to the public, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
This request underscores our commitment to keeping our readers informed about local government activities and ensuring transparency in how public resources are utilized. We will continue to provide updates as we receive more information.
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