FOIA Request to Henderson County regarding vendor payment registers on November 10, 2025.
On November 10, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Henderson County in Illinois by the Galesburg Reporter. The request seeks access to vendor payment registers maintained by the county for the period from January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. The requested records include details such as the names of vendors paid by the county, dates and amounts of payments, and descriptions of goods or services purchased.
The Galesburg Reporter is seeking these records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The request emphasizes that it applies only to existing documents and does not require the creation of new records. Additionally, there is a preference for receiving this information in electronic format if available.
The individual making the request is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies. This coalition aims to enhance transparency and accountability through the use of Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
Henderson County’s educational institutions have an average student-to-teacher ratio of 12-to-1 for the academic year 2022-23. There are currently 728 students enrolled with a total of 62 full-time faculty members across schools in the county.
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.
