FOIA request sent to City of Oakbrook Terrace regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025
FOIA Request to City of Oakbrook Terrace regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by the DuPage Policy Journal to the City of Oakbrook Terrace on November 10, 2025. The request seeks access to 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, and a description or purpose of goods and services provided.
The DuPage Policy Journal is a media organization focused on delivering comprehensive news coverage related to local governmental affairs. In their request, they emphasized that they are not seeking the creation of new documents but rather copies of records that already exist. As members of the media involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, they have also requested a fee waiver due to their role in promoting transparency and accountability within public institutions.
The requestor 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 Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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 and highly contagious 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.