Illinois Valley Times

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

The Illinois Valley Times has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Streator. The request seeks access to vendor payment registers for the period from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. Specifically, the records requested include the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of payments, and descriptions or purposes of goods and services provided.

This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, which allows individuals and organizations to access public records maintained by governmental bodies in Illinois. The requester has emphasized that they are seeking only existing records and not asking for the creation of new documents.

As a representative of the media organization Illinois Valley Times, we aim to gather and report news related to local governmental affairs. Access to these public records is vital for maintaining transparency and holding public institutions accountable. The requester has also mentioned their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that supports media companies in investigating government actions through FOIA requests.

In Illinois, pet owners must have a license for certain pets like dogs and comply with state and local regulations as defined in the Illinois Animal Welfare Act. These licenses involve a fee and require periodic renewal. Licensing supports animal control programs and ensures pets have proper vaccinations against diseases such as 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.