FOIA Request to City of Oakland regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by East Central Reporter to the City of Oakland, Illinois, seeking access to records concerning new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts executed, approved, or effective during the previous calendar month. The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The requested records include details such as the title of the contract or amendment, names of contracting parties, effective and approval dates, contract amounts or amended values, and descriptions of goods or services covered. This request aims to gather information for public dissemination and is limited to existing records without necessitating the creation of new documents.
East Central Reporter emphasized that if any part of this request is denied or withheld, they require a specific statutory basis for such denial along with all reasonably segregable portions of the records. As members of the media involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, they also requested a fee waiver due to their role in promoting transparency and accountability in public institutions.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website here.
In Illinois, pet owners must have a license for certain pets like dogs and comply with state and local regulations. These licenses are defined in the Illinois Animal Welfare Act and must comply with the Animal Welfare Act and Animal Welfare Rules. The pet license typically involves a fee and must be renewed periodically. Licensing supports animal control and health programs and helps ensure that pets have the correct vaccinations, especially against deadly diseases like rabies.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
