A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Mercer County on September 26, 2024. The request was made by the Buckeye Reporter, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request seeks access to public records under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., specifically asking for a list of all payments made to vendors from January 1, 2024, through September 26, 2024. The requested information includes vendor names, transaction dates, transaction descriptions, and amounts.
As representatives of the Buckeye Reporter, we believe that access to these public records is crucial in fulfilling our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. Given our role in disseminating information to the public as a media organization, we have requested a fee waiver for this information.
The Buckeye Reporter continues its commitment to providing thorough and accurate news coverage on local government affairs. We await Mercer County's response to our FOIA request as we continue our mission of fostering transparency and accountability within our local institutions.
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