A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Rock Island County Clerk on January 14, 2025. The request, made by us at Rock Island Today, seeks comprehensive information about the candidates running for the upcoming 2025 Consolidated Elections.
We are requesting specific details about each candidate including their name, the date they filed their candidacy, and the office they are vying for. Our intention is to provide our readers with a complete and accurate overview of all candidates in the forthcoming elections.
As a media organization committed to transparent reporting on local governmental affairs, we believe that access to such public records is vital. This information will not only help us fulfill our professional responsibilities but also ensure public institutions remain accountable.
We have also requested a fee waiver for this information as it falls under our role as a media professional disseminating news to the public. We await a positive response from the Rock Island County Clerk's office and will continue to strive for transparency in all matters concerning our local government.
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