Sangamon Sun

FOIA Request to Illinois State Executive - Comptroller Regarding Details on Contracts on January 27, 2025.

As part of our ongoing commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at Sangamon Sun have sent a request under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, for records related to certain contracts between state agencies and vendors.

Specifically, we are seeking documentation and details regarding the fulfillment of contractual obligations between the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum and Resultant LLC under contract number #44100183264; between the Secretary of State and Metropolitan Asian Family under contract number #424SL388050; and between Human Services and Illinois Network of Child Care under contract number #3FCSBI05951.

Our request includes records that verify the scope of work performed, deliverables completed, and any reports or evaluations related to these contracts. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.

We believe that as a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional. We will keep our readers updated with any developments from this request.