Eldridge settles open records lawsuit for $41K

Suit alleged improper redactions in FOIA request, open meetings violations

Erin M. Gentz, NSP Editor

Posted 6/3/25

The City of Eldridge has settled a lawsuit brought by a Bettendorf man who alleged the city violated open records laws during the hiring process for former city clerk Martha Nieto.

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Obituary: Herbert Kuehl

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Obituary: Thomas Wyatt

Obituary: Carl Wilson

Obituary: Linda Suiter

Obituary: Arlene Clark

Eldridge settles open records lawsuit for $41K

Suit alleged improper redactions in FOIA request, open meetings violations

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