A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Lanark on October 28, 2024, by us at NW Illinois News. The request pertains to unpaid parking violations within the city.
In our pursuit of comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we requested a list of all parking violations currently unpaid. The details sought include the name of the offender, their address, the amount due, violation date, and total due.
As a media organization committed to transparency and holding public institutions accountable, access to such public records is crucial for us. It enables us to fulfill our professional responsibilities effectively.
We believe that as media professionals engaged in gathering and reporting news to the public, we are eligible for a fee waiver under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
We look forward to cooperating with the City of Lanark in this matter and will keep our readers updated on any developments.