FOIA Request to the Office of Oak 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 Oak Park Village President on June 18, 2025. The request seeks access to all copies of contracts with the entity's law firms and all invoices submitted by these law firms over the past six months. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The requestor, representing West Cook News, emphasized the importance of accessing public records to fulfill their role in providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The FOIA request also highlights the media's responsibility to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency for the public. In light of this role, a fee waiver has been requested based on their status as a media professional.
Additionally, it is noted that the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found at 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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