A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the City Of Wood Dale on October 28, 2024. The request was made by DuPage Policy Journal, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request seeks information regarding all currently unpaid parking violations within the city. Specifically, the request asks for a list that includes the name of the offender, their address, the amount due for each violation, the date of each violation, and the total amount due.
As members of DuPage Policy Journal, we are committed to gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities 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 media professionals. We will continue to keep our readers updated as more information becomes available.