FOIA Request to Saline County regarding newly executed contracts or amendments on December 10, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Saline County by SE Illinois News, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request, sent on December 10, 2025, seeks access to records of newly executed contracts or amendments entered into by the county between January 1, 2025, and March 31, 2025. Specifically, the request targets contracts in the areas of public works, information technology or digital services, and consulting or professional services.
The request emphasizes that it applies only to existing records and requests copies of signed contracts or amendments executed during the specified period. The requester has expressed a preference for receiving these documents in electronic format where possible.
SE Illinois News is part of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. This affiliation underscores their commitment to transparency and accountability in government actions.
Saline County is known for its educational system with an average student-to-teacher ratio of 12-to-1 during the 2022-23 school year. It had an enrollment of 3,654 students and employed 301 full-time faculty members across its schools.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
