FOIA Request to Village of La Grange regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by West Cook News to the Village of La Grange on February 1, 2026. The request seeks access to records concerning new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts that were executed, approved, or became effective during the immediately preceding calendar month.
The specific details requested include the title of each contract or amendment, the names of contracting parties involved, effective and approval dates, contract amounts or amended values, and descriptions of the goods or services covered. The request emphasizes that it is limited to existing records and does not necessitate the creation of new documents.
The requester has expressed a preference for receiving these records in electronic format if available. In case any part of this request is denied or withheld, a statutory basis for such denial has been requested along with all reasonably segregable portions of the records.
West Cook News has highlighted its role as a media organization dedicated to gathering and reporting news on local governmental affairs. As such, they have requested a fee waiver based on their professional responsibilities which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website.
The Village of La Grange fosters community engagement through its historic district and local historical society, preserving cultural heritage, according to the official historic page.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
