FOIA Request to Dekalb County Regarding Vendor Payments from January to September 2024.
In a continued effort to ensure transparency and accountability in local government affairs, we at DeKalb Times have sent a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Dekalb County. The request, dated September 26, 2024, seeks comprehensive information about all payments made to vendors within the specified period.
Specifically, we requested for records detailing the vendor name, transaction date, transaction description, and amount for each payment made from January 1st to September 26th, 2024. This data is crucial in our ongoing investigation into county expenditure and will significantly aid in providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
As a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive news about local government activities, access to such public records is essential for us. It enables us to fulfill our professional responsibilities effectively. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency in their operations.
We have also requested a fee waiver as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. This step aligns with our commitment to using all available resources efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of journalistic integrity.
The team at DeKalb Times remains committed to keeping you informed about how your tax dollars are spent. We believe that through this request and others like it, we can contribute meaningfully towards promoting transparency and accountability in local governance.
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