A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Evanston on October 28, 2024, regarding unpaid parking violations. As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at North Cook News requested records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.
The information sought includes a list of all parking violations currently unpaid in the city. We have asked for details such as the name of the offender, their address, the amount due, violation date, and total due.
Our mission as a news organization is to gather and report 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. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
We await a response from the City of Evanston regarding this request.
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