East Central Reporter

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

The East Central Reporter, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Martinsville in Illinois. The request, sent on November 10, 2025, seeks access to existing vendor payment registers maintained by the city for the period from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025.

The records requested include detailed information such as the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of payments made, and descriptions or purposes of goods and services provided. This request emphasizes that it pertains only to documents that already exist and does not seek the creation of new records.

As part of their professional responsibilities in gathering and reporting news to the public, East Central Reporter highlights the importance of accessing public records to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. They have also requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media organization.

The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website.

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.

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.