FOIA Request to City of Orient regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026.
The Prairie State Wire, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the City of Orient, Illinois. The request was sent on February 1, 2026, seeking access to records concerning new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts that were executed, approved, or became effective during the immediately preceding calendar month.
The request specifically asks for the following details where available: 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 information is sought for public interest purposes and is intended for dissemination to the public. The Prairie State Wire has expressed a preference for receiving these records in electronic format if possible.
In line with their role as a member of the news media involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, Prairie State Wire emphasizes that access to public records is essential for fulfilling their professional responsibilities. They aim to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency. Given this role, they have requested a fee waiver as a media professional.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This non-profit Missouri corporation assists news media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies by leveraging Freedom of Information 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 both state-level Animal Welfare Rules as well as federal guidelines under the Animal Welfare Act. Licensing typically involves a fee that must be renewed periodically; it supports animal control programs ensuring pets have correct vaccinations against 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.
