A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Dekalb County, Illinois on September 26, 2024. The request was made by DeKalb Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request specifically sought records of all payments made to vendors from January 1, 2024, through September 26, 2024. The requested details include the vendor name, transaction date, transaction description, and the amount paid.
As members of the media at DeKalb Times, we are committed to gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities which 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 a response from Dekalb County regarding this request.