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FOIA Request to City of Chillicothe Regarding Newly Registered Businesses on May 7, 2025.
As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability in local governmental affairs, we at the Peoria Standard have submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Chillicothe. Our request seeks detailed records of businesses registered with the city over the past week. Specifically, we are requesting information that includes the business name, business number, business type, business address, issued date, status, and registered agent name.
This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and we have asked for these records in electronic format for ease of access and dissemination. As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage, we believe that access to such public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for our readers.
In our capacity as members of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization aiding media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental actions—we are also seeking a fee waiver for this request. This aligns with our mission to leverage Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to illuminate government activities and inform the American electorate.
We look forward to receiving the requested information promptly and will continue to keep our audience informed about developments in local governance.
