A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Fairbury regarding unpaid parking violations on October 28, 2024. The request was made by McLean County Times, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically asked for a list of all parking violations currently unpaid. This includes the name of the offender, their address, the amount due, violation date, and total due.
As members of the media, we at McLean County Times are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These 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 media professionals. We await response from the City of Fairbury regarding this matter.
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