A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City Of Silvis Finance Department regarding city sales tax records on October 31, 2024. The request was made by Rock Island Today, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request specifically asked for a list of businesses that paid sales tax to the city from January 1, 2023, to October 31, 2024. The requested list should include the business name, business type, and the amount of sales tax paid by each business during this period.
In addition to the list of businesses, Rock Island Today also requested information about the total amount of sales tax that the city collected from January 1, 2023, to October 31, 2024.
As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, Rock Island Today stated that access to public records is essential for them to fulfill their professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given their role in disseminating information, they believe they are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
The FOIA request underscores Rock Island Today's commitment to ensuring transparency in local government affairs and keeping the public informed about how their taxes are being utilized.
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