A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to Hardin County, Iowa, seeking details about vendor payments made from the start of the year until September 26, 2024. The request was made by us at Buckeye Reporter, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The information sought under the Iowa Open Records Law § 22.1 et seq includes a list of all payments made to vendors during the specified period. We requested this data in an electronic format for ease of analysis and reporting.
The specifics we asked for in each record include the vendor's name, transaction date, description of the transaction, and the amount paid. This detailed information will enable us to provide an in-depth examination of county expenditures during this period.
As a media organization committed to transparency and accountability in public institutions, we believe access to such records is crucial for our work. Our role involves gathering and disseminating information that helps keep our readers informed about how their tax dollars are being spent.
We also stated our eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional due to our role in disseminating this information to the public.
Our commitment remains steadfast - to ensure transparency and hold public institutions accountable through diligent reporting. We look forward to receiving this information from Hardin County so we can continue fulfilling our professional responsibilities.
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