A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Dekalb County on September 26, 2024. The request was made by DeKalb Times, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The specific records requested under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, are for a list of all payments made to vendors from January 1, 2024, through September 26, 2024. The requested information includes the vendor name, transaction date, transaction description, and amount.
As members of the media at DeKalb Times, we are engaged in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is vital 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 await Dekalb County’s response to this request and will continue our commitment to provide comprehensive coverage on local governmental affairs.
