FOIA Request to Maywood Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Maywood Village President on June 18, 2025. The request seeks access to all copies of contracts with the village's law firms and all invoices submitted by these firms over the past six months. This request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The requester, affiliated with West Cook News, emphasizes their role as a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. They highlight that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional.
The email also notes that the requester is part of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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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