West Central Reporter

FOIA Request to Scott County regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Scott County Treasurer's Office by West Central Reporter, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request seeks access to vendor payment registers for the period from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. The requested records should include the names of vendors paid by the county, dates and amounts of payments, and descriptions of goods or services purchased.

The request emphasizes that it pertains only to existing records and no new documents need to be created. The requester has asked for these records in electronic format if available. As a member of the media, West Central Reporter seeks a fee waiver due to its role in gathering and disseminating news to the public.

The individual making this request is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization based in Missouri. This coalition assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws to promote transparency.

Scott County is located in Illinois and had an average student-to-teacher ratio of 11-to-1 during the 2022-23 school year. There were 759 students enrolled with 72 full-time faculty members across the county's schools.

We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.