A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Belleville City Council on October 15, 2024. The request, made by Metro East Sun, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, seeks detailed information about all council members.
The specific details requested include each council member's name, title, year of appointment, term length (either two or four years), and the date their term expires. This information is crucial for Metro East Sun's ongoing reporting efforts on local government activities and decision-making processes.
As a media organization, we at Metro East Sun are dedicated to gathering and disseminating news to the public. Access to public records is essential 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 look forward to receiving this information from the Belleville City Council as it will greatly aid in our mission of keeping the public informed about their local government.
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