Steward, IL · Lee County

No notary required

Freedom of Information Act Records Request

The Village of Steward records request form lets individuals ask the village to inspect or receive copies of public records.

What this form is

Use this form to request identifiable village records for inspection or copies. The village asks requesters to complete the form, date it, and sign it; requests may also be submitted in writing by other means available to the village. The form says responses are made within five business days and notes that septic and well requests must go through the Lee County Health Department.

Who needs it

Individuals seeking to inspect or obtain copies of records held by the Village of Steward can use this request form.

How to submit it

Complete, date, and sign the request, then mail it to Village of Steward, PO Box 8, Steward IL 60553, or email it to [email protected].

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; it asks the requester to sign and date the form, with no notarized or sworn attachment identified.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Form

    Download the Village of Steward FOIA Record/Information Request form.

  2. 2

    Complete The Request

    Provide your contact details, identify the records or information requested, and state how you wish to receive them.

  3. 3

    Sign And Date

    Sign and date the completed request form.

  4. 4

    Submit To The Village

    Mail the form to Village of Steward, PO Box 8, Steward IL 60553, or email it to [email protected].

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Steward FOIA request?
No. The form asks the requester to sign and date it; it does not identify a notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the Steward FOIA request?
Mail the completed, dated, and signed form to Village of Steward, PO Box 8, Steward IL 60553, or email it to [email protected].
What information does the request form ask for?
It asks for the requester's name, street address, email address, phone number, requested records or information, and preferred way to receive the request.
Where should I request septic or well records?
The form says all septic and well requests must be obtained through the Lee County Health Department and lists 815-284-3371.

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