FOIA Request to Office of LA Grange Park Village President regarding all emails sent by the mayor or president for the last 30 days on June 18, 2025.
The West Cook News has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Office of LA Grange Park Village President. The request seeks access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and it specifies a preference for receiving the records in electronic format.
The purpose of this request is to ensure transparency and accountability within local government affairs. As part of their professional responsibilities, members of the media play a crucial role in gathering and disseminating information to the public. Access to such records is essential for holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency.
In addition, the requester has indicated that they are affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies. This affiliation underscores their commitment to leveraging FOIA laws to inform the American electorate about government actions.
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.
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