A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Chenoa regarding unpaid parking violations on October 28, 2024. The request was made by us at McLean County Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
In our pursuit of transparency and accountability, we requested a list of all currently unpaid parking violations under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The details sought include the name of the offender, their address, the amount due for each violation, the date of violation, and the total amount due.
As part of our commitment to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public, we emphasized that access to such public records is essential for us to fulfill 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.
We continue to await a response from the City of Chenoa and will keep our readers updated on any developments.
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