FOIA Request to Office of Stickney Village President regarding all emails sent by the mayor or president for the last 30 days on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Stickney Village President on June 18, 2025. The request, made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, seeks access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. The requester has expressed a preference for receiving these records in electronic format.
The request was submitted by West Cook News, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The purpose of this request is to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. As a member of the media, West Cook News aims to provide essential information to the public while holding government entities accountable.
In addition to requesting these records, West Cook News has also sought a fee waiver, citing their role as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news. They argue that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling their professional responsibilities.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information 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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