FOIA Request to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments on September 26, 2024.
As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at DeKalb Times have sent a request for records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140).
The request, sent on September 26, 2024, specifically seeks a list of all payments made to vendors from January 1, 2024 till September 26, 2024. The requested information includes specific fields such as the vendor name, transaction date, transaction description, and the amount.
Our role as a media organization involves gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. As part of our commitment to disseminating information and maintaining transparency in government operations, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
We look forward to receiving this information from Dekalb County as it will aid in our ongoing efforts to provide comprehensive coverage of local governmental affairs.
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