A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Metropolis City Council regarding detailed information about its council members on October 15, 2024. The request was made by Southern Illinois News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically asked for a list of all council members with the following details: their names, titles, the year they were appointed, their term length (2 or 4 years), and the date when their term expires.
As a media organization, Southern Illinois News is committed to gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us at Southern Illinois News to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
We look forward to cooperating with the Metropolis City Council in this matter and will continue striving for transparency and accountability in our local government.
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