A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Villa Grove regarding unpaid parking violations on October 28, 2024. The request was made by us at East Central Reporter, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
In our request, we asked for a list of all parking violations currently unpaid within the city. We specifically requested details including the name of the offender, their address, the amount due for each violation, the date of the violation, and the total amount due.
As a media organization, we are deeply involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us 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 will continue our efforts to bring light to local governmental affairs and provide comprehensive news coverage for our readers.
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