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FOIA Request Sent to Putnam County Il Clerk & Elections Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

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Putnam County Il Clerk And Recorder Tina Dolder (2023) | Putnam County Illinois

Putnam County Il Clerk And Recorder Tina Dolder (2023) | Putnam County Illinois

FOIA Request to Putnam County Il Clerk & Elections Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025. The Illinois Valley Times, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, has submitted a request under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.

The request seeks an electronic format list of all candidates running in the upcoming election. The information requested includes each candidate's first, middle, and last name; the office they are running for; the jurisdiction of the office; and their party affiliation.

Additionally, the Illinois Valley Times has asked for all contact information for each candidate. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.

As members of the media dedicated to gathering and reporting news to the public, access to public records is essential for us at Illinois Valley Times to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These 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 media professionals.

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