Shannon Bradley Sheriff | Gallatin County
Shannon Bradley Sheriff | Gallatin County
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Dekalb County on September 26, 2024. The request was made by us at DeKalb Times, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
We requested for records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, preferably in electronic format. Specifically, we asked for a list of all payments made to vendors from January 1, 2024 till September 26, 2024. The information we sought includes the vendor name, transaction date, transaction description, and the amount paid.
As members of the media involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals.
We will continue our efforts to ensure transparency and accountability within our local government bodies.
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