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FOIA Request to City of Keithsburg Regarding Newly Registered Businesses on May 7, 2025.
As part of our commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, Rock Island Today has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Keithsburg. We are seeking access to records detailing businesses registered with the city over the past week. The requested information includes key details such as Business Name, Business Number, Business Type, Business Address, Issued Date, Status, and Registered Agent Name.
This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and we have asked for the records in electronic format. Our aim is to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions by disseminating this information to the public. As members of the media involved in gathering and reporting news, we believe that access to these public records is essential for fulfilling our professional responsibilities.
Additionally, we have requested a fee waiver based on our role as media professionals dedicated to informing the public. This request is further supported by our affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
We look forward to receiving the requested information promptly and will continue to keep our readers informed about developments in local governmental affairs.
