A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Branch County regarding a comprehensive list of all vendor payments made from January 1, 2024, till September 26, 2024. The request was made by Great Lakes Wire, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The requested information includes the name of the vendor, the date of the transaction, a description of the transaction, and the amount paid. This information is being sought under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act § 15.231 et seq., with a preference for an electronic format.
As part of our commitment at Great Lakes Wire to gather and report news to the public, access to public records such as these is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We believe that given our role in disseminating information, we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals. We await Branch County's response and cooperation in this matter.
Alerts Sign-up