FOIA Request to Office of Franklin Park Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Franklin Park Village President on June 18, 2025. The request seeks access to records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, specifically requesting all copies of contracts with the entity's law firms and all invoices submitted by these law firms over the past six months. The requester has expressed a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.
The request was made by West Cook News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. The purpose of the request is to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency for the public. As part of their professional responsibilities, West Cook News aims to gather and report news that informs the public about governmental actions.
Additionally, West Cook News has requested a fee waiver for accessing these records, citing their role as a media professional involved in disseminating information. The requestor is also affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found at this link.
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.
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