East Central Reporter

FOIA Request to City of Robinson regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City of Robinson, Illinois, by East Central Reporter. The request seeks access to vendor payment registers maintained by the city for the period from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. The records requested include details such as the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of payments, and a description or purpose of goods and services provided.

The request emphasizes that it pertains only to existing records and does not seek the creation of new documents. The East Central Reporter is seeking this information under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, citing its role in gathering and reporting news as a basis for requesting a fee waiver.

East Central Reporter is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies. This coalition utilizes Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to promote transparency in government actions.

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We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.