South Central Reporter

FOIA Request to Montgomery County Clerk & Elections Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025.

A request for information regarding the upcoming spring election candidates was sent to the Montgomery County Clerk & Elections Division. We at South Central Reporter, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, submitted this request under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140).

The request specifically seeks a list of all candidates running in the forthcoming election. Details such as the candidate's first, middle, and last names were requested. Additionally, we asked for information about the office each candidate is running for and its jurisdiction. The party affiliation of each candidate was also requested.

To facilitate direct communication with these candidates for further inquiries or interviews, we also sought their contact information. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.

As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These 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.

This request underscores our commitment at South Central Reporter to provide accurate and timely information about local government affairs and elections to our readership.