Jazmin L. Wingert, Clerk of Stephenson County | https://cms7files.revize.com/
Jazmin L. Wingert, Clerk of Stephenson County | https://cms7files.revize.com/
FOIA Request to Stephenson County Clerk & Recorder Regarding 2025 Consolidated Elections Candidates on January 14, 2025.
As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at NW Illinois News have requested specific records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The request was made in electronic format for ease of access and swift communication.
The information sought includes a list of candidates running for the upcoming 2025 Consolidated Elections. We have specifically asked for the following details about each candidate: their name, the date they filed their candidacy, and the office they are running for.
Our role as a media organization involves gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. As such, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional under the stipulations of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
We remain committed to delivering timely and accurate information about local government affairs to our readership in NW Illinois.