A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of West Frankfort on October 30, 2024. The request was made by North Egypt News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
In our pursuit of transparency and accountability, we have requested specific records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The information sought pertains to all new residential and commercial building permits issued from January 1, 2023, till the present date. We have asked for details including the type of permit, date issued, fee paid, requester's name, address, and contractor's name.
Furthermore, we have also requested a list of all active residential and commercial building permits along with their current status. The same fields as mentioned above are required for these active permits as well.
As a media organization committed to delivering truthful and relevant news to the public, access to such public records is essential for us. This information will help us hold public institutions accountable and provide much-needed transparency to our readers.
We believe that as a media professional entity engaged in disseminating information to the public, we should be eligible for a fee waiver. We eagerly await the City of West Frankfort's response and cooperation in this matter.
For any queries or further clarification regarding our request, please feel free to contact North Egypt News directly.
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