A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Dekalb County, Illinois, on September 26, 2024. The request was made by DeKalb Times, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically asked for a list of all payments made to vendors from January 1, 2024, until September 26, 2024. The requested information includes the vendor's name, transaction date, description of the transaction, and the amount paid.
As members of the media at DeKalb Times, we believe that access to public records is essential for fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information to the community, we have also requested a fee waiver as a media professional.
This request aligns with our commitment to ensuring transparency in local government transactions and spending. We will continue working diligently to provide comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs for our readers.
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