Altamont, IL · Effingham County
Freedom of Information Request
The Freedom of Information Request lets people ask the City of Altamont to examine or copy city records by specifying the department and records sought.
What this form is
Use this form to request examination or copies of records maintained by the City of Altamont. It asks for the requester’s contact information, the department and records sought, and whether copies should be mailed; it also describes duplication charges and states that fees must be prepaid. The city section records receipt, costs, and whether records are provided, denied, or deferred.
Who needs it
Anyone seeking to examine or copy records maintained by the City of Altamont can complete this request form.
How to submit it
The form does not provide a submission address or portal. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This request is signed and dated without a notary; the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment, so the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
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Download The Request
Download the City of Altamont Freedom of Information Request PDF.
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Complete The Request
Provide your contact information, specify the department and records sought, and indicate whether you want examination or copies.
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Review Copy Options
Indicate whether you want copies mailed to the address provided and review the listed fees.
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Submit To The City
Submit the completed request to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Freedom of Information Request ask for?
- It asks for your contact information, the department and records you seek, and whether you want to examine records or receive copies.
- How do I submit the Freedom of Information Request?
- The form does not list a submission address or portal. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.
- Do I need a notary for the Freedom of Information Request?
- No. This request is signed and dated without a notary, and the form lists no notarized or sworn attachment.
- Does the form mention copying charges?
- Yes. It lists charges for copies and certification, says fees must be prepaid, and provides mailing charges for copies sent by certified mail.