FOIA Request to Office of Forest 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 Forest Park Village President by West Cook News. The request seeks access to records related to the village's legal affairs, 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 request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.
The FOIA request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. West Cook News identifies itself as a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of its mission, the organization seeks transparency from public institutions and aims to hold them accountable through informed reporting.
The requester also mentions their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
West Cook News has requested a fee waiver for this FOIA submission, citing their role as a media professional involved in gathering and disseminating news to the public.
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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