FOIA Request to Village of Riverside 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 Riverside 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 seeks existing records only and does not require the creation of new documents.
West Cook News has requested this information in electronic format if available. They have also indicated their eligibility for a fee waiver as a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. The FOIA request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.
The Village of Riverside is recognized for its landscape design by a prominent architect and holds National Historic Landmark status due to its historical significance. It operates through various departments dedicated to delivering public services while preserving its unique character. More information about the village can be found on their official website.
As part of their professional responsibilities, West Cook News aims to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency through access to public records. They are supported by The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies in investigating governmental agencies using FOIA laws.
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.
