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 committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request specifically asked for a list of all payments made to vendors from January 1, 2024, until September 26, 2024. The requested data fields include the vendor name, transaction date, transaction description, and the amount paid.
As representatives of DeKalb Times, we are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities 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 the response from Dekalb County officials regarding this request.
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