FOIA Request to Calhoun County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025.
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at West Central Reporter have submitted a request for public records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The request specifically asks for a list of candidates running in the upcoming 2025 Consolidated Elections.
The information sought includes candidate names, the dates they filed their candidacy, and the specific offices they are running for. We believe this data is crucial in promoting transparency within our community and ensuring that our readers are well-informed about their choices in the forthcoming elections.
Given our role as a media organization dedicated to gathering and reporting news to the public, we have requested a fee waiver for this information. Access to these public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We look forward to receiving this information promptly so that we can continue serving our readers with timely and accurate reports on local government affairs.
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