A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Putnam County Clerk's office on January 14, 2025. The request was made by the Illinois Valley Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically asked for a list of candidates running in the upcoming 2025 Consolidated Elections. The requested information includes the candidate's name, the date they filed their candidacy, and the office they are running for.
As a media organization, we at Illinois Valley Times believe in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. Given our role in disseminating information, we have requested a fee waiver as a media professional under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
We await a response from the Putnam County Clerk's office and will continue to keep our readers informed about developments related to the upcoming elections.
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