Rock Island Today

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Rock Island Today to the City of Kewanee 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. Specifically, the requested records should include details such as the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of payments made, and a description or purpose of goods and services provided.

The request emphasizes that it pertains only to records that already exist and does not call for the creation of new documents. Rock Island Today is seeking this information in an electronic format under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140), which allows for public access to government records.

As a media organization dedicated to reporting on local governmental affairs, Rock Island Today highlights its role in ensuring transparency and accountability within public institutions. The organization has also requested a fee waiver based on its status as a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public.

The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation based in Missouri. This coalition supports news media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about their mission can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.

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.