East Central Reporter

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by East Central Reporter to the City of Newman, Illinois, seeking access to specific financial records. The request, dated November 10, 2025, aims to obtain copies of existing vendor payment registers maintained by the city for the period from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025.

The requested records should include details such as the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of payments made, and a description or purpose of goods and services provided. This request is limited to documents that are already in existence; there is no demand for the creation of new records.

East Central Reporter is a media organization dedicated to providing thorough and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization emphasizes that access to public records is crucial for its role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In light of their media status, they have requested a fee waiver for this information.

Additionally, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation based in Missouri. This coalition supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website.

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.