A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Shawneetown City Council in Illinois on October 15, 2024. The request was made by SE Illinois News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
In the request, we asked for records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, specifically seeking information about all council members. The requested details include each member's name, title, year of appointment, term length (either two or four years), and term expiration date.
As a news organization committed to transparency and holding public institutions accountable, access to these public records is crucial for us at SE Illinois News. We believe that such information aids in fulfilling our professional responsibilities towards the community we serve.
We have also requested a fee waiver as part of our status as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public.
The Shawneetown City Council has yet to respond to our request.
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