A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Altamont City Council in Illinois on October 15, 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 pursuit of transparency and accountability, we requested records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. Specifically, we asked for a list of all council members with the following details: Name, Title, Year Appointed, Term (2 or 4 years), and Term Expire Date.
As journalists who gather and report news to the public, access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. This includes 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 a response from the Altamont City Council regarding this request. We will continue to keep our readers informed about local government affairs as part of our commitment to comprehensive and accurate news coverage.
Alerts Sign-up