A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City of Belleville, Illinois, on October 28, 2024. The request was made by Metro East Sun, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request asked for a list of all unpaid parking violations within the city. This includes the name of the offender, their address, the amount due for each violation, the date of the violation, and the total amount due.
As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions, we at Metro East Sun believe it is essential to have access to such public records. This information will allow us to inform our readers about the extent and nature of unpaid parking violations in Belleville.
In accordance with our role as a media organization disseminating information to the public, we have requested a fee waiver for this information under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
We will continue to keep our readers updated as we receive more information regarding this matter.