A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Silvis City Council on October 15, 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 FOIA request specifically asked for a list of all council members with specific details including their names, titles, years appointed, term lengths (2 or 4 years), and term expiry dates. This information is essential for Rock Island Today as it allows us to fulfill our professional responsibilities which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we believe that access to public records is crucial. Therefore, we have requested that any associated fees be waived due to our role in disseminating information.
We await a response from the Silvis City Council and will keep our readers updated on any developments.
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