Dupage Policy Journal

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

The DuPage Policy Journal has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Wood Dale, Illinois. The request seeks access to vendor payment registers maintained by the city 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 made, and descriptions or purposes of goods and services provided.

This request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, which allows for public access to government records in order to promote transparency and accountability. The requester emphasized that this inquiry is limited to existing documents and does not seek the creation of new records.

The DuPage Policy Journal is a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs comprehensively and accurately. As part of its mission to inform the public and hold institutions accountable, it has requested these records in an electronic format. The requester also noted their eligibility for a fee waiver due to their role as a media professional.

Additionally, the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA requests. 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 and highly contagious diseases like rabies.

Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.