A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Dekalb County in 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 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, transaction description, and the amount paid.
As members of the media at 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 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 eagerly await Dekalb County’s response to this FOIA request and look forward to continuing our work in providing accurate and comprehensive news coverage for our readers.
