FOIA Request to City of Metropolis Regarding Unpaid Parking Violations on October 28, 2024. Southern Illinois News, a media organization dedicated to comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, has submitted a request under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.
We are seeking access to records that detail all currently unpaid parking violations within the city. The requested information includes the name of the offender, their address, the amount due for each violation, the date of the violation, and the total amount due.
As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we believe access to these public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to our readers. Given our role in disseminating information, we have also requested a fee waiver as a media professional.
We at Southern Illinois News are committed to keeping our readers informed about local issues that affect them directly. This request for information regarding unpaid parking violations is part of our ongoing effort to ensure transparency and accountability in local government operations.
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