FOIA Request to City of Carmi regarding procurement bids and RFP submissions on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by SE Illinois News to the City of Carmi on February 1, 2026. The request seeks records related to procurement bids and responses to requests for proposals (RFPs) received by the city during the immediately preceding calendar month.
The requested records include detailed information such as solicitation or project titles, names of bidders or proposers, submission dates, bid amounts or proposed costs, and descriptions of the goods or services proposed. The purpose of this request is to gather information of public interest for dissemination to the public, ensuring transparency in local governmental affairs.
SE Illinois News has requested these records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving them in electronic format. The organization emphasizes that the request is limited to existing records and does not require the creation of new documents. If any part of the request is denied or withheld, SE Illinois News asks for a specific statutory basis for such denial and requests that all reasonably segregable portions be released.
As a member of the media involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, SE Illinois News asserts its eligibility for a fee waiver based on its role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency. The requestor is also affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws.
In Illinois, pet owners must have a license for certain pets like dogs and comply with state and local regulations. These licenses are defined in the Illinois Animal Welfare Act and must comply with both state Animal Welfare Rules and federal Animal Welfare Act standards. Licensing typically involves a fee that supports animal control programs while ensuring pets receive necessary vaccinations against diseases like rabies.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
