FOIA Request to City of Hoopeston regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City of Hoopeston by Prairie State Wire, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request seeks access to records related to new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts that were executed, approved, or became effective during the immediately preceding calendar month.
The requested records include details such as the title of the contract or amendment, names of contracting parties, effective and approval dates, contract amounts or amended values, and descriptions of the goods or services covered. This request is aimed at gathering information of public interest for dissemination purposes and does not require the creation of new documents.
Prairie State Wire emphasizes its role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. As part of this commitment, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional. The requestor is also affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws.
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.
