A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City Of Hickory Hills Finance Department regarding sales tax records on October 31, 2024. The request was made by South Cook News, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically sought a list of businesses that paid sales tax to the city from January 1, 2023, to October 31, 2024. The requested information included the business name, business type, and the amount of sales tax paid by each entity.
In addition to this detailed list, South Cook News also requested the total amount of sales tax that the city collected within the same period. This information is crucial in understanding the financial dynamics within the city and how businesses contribute to its economy.
As members of South Cook News, we believe in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Access to such public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. We have therefore requested a fee waiver as media professionals for this information.
We await a response from the City Of Hickory Hills Finance Department and will keep our readers updated with any developments.
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