FOIA Request to Dekalb County Clerk Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025.
In our continuous efforts to provide comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at DeKalb Times have submitted a request for records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The request was sent to the Dekalb County Clerk's office on January 14, 2025.
The requested records pertain specifically to the upcoming 2025 Consolidated Elections. We have asked for a list of candidates running in these elections. The details we seek include each candidate's name, the date they filed their candidacy, and the specific office they are running for.
As a media organization, access to public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. In light of our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
We await a prompt response from the Dekalb County Clerk's office and will continue to keep our readers informed about developments regarding the upcoming elections.
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