Freedom of Information Act Requests

It is the policy of the State of Illinois that all persons are entitled to “full and complete information regarding the affairs of the Government and the official acts and policies of those who represent them.” Requests under the Freedom of Information Act shall be in writing. No specific form is required.

Written FOIA requests may be submitted by mail, email, or in person to the Havana Regional Port District Office. Records and information will be made available for inspection and copying unless they are exempt under the Freedom of Information Act. Each request will be completed or denied within five (5) working days of receipt. The five (5) day period may be extended up to ten (10) working days if required.

Havana Regional Port District FOIA Officer

Bob Martin, HRPD Chairman
17970 E CR 1100N
Havana, IL 62644 United States + Google Map

Email foia@havanaregionalairport.com,
or call 309-518-4445

Procedure for Appealing a Denial

Any requester whose request has been denied may file a request for review with the Public Access Counselor no later than 60 days after the final denial.

Public Access Counselor
Office of the Attorney General
500 S. 2nd St.
Springfield, IL 62706
Phone: (877) 299-FOIA / (877) 299-3642
Fax: (217) 782-1396
Email: PublicAccess@ilag.gov

The request for review must be in writing, signed by the requester, and must include a copy of the request for access to records and any responses from the public body.

Duplication Fees

The first 50 standard black and white paper copies are free; the following fees will apply:

Copies: 8.5×11” or 8.5×14”…………15 cents/page
Maps or plats…………………………..$3.00/page
Certifications……………………………$1.00/page
Materials that require duplication for outsourcing shall be charged based on the cost of copying and reproduction. A deposit will be required for this service.