FOIA Request to Office of Glenwood 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 Glenwood Village President by South Cook News. 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. The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the documents in electronic format.
The requester emphasized their role as a member of the media, highlighting the importance of access to public records for ensuring transparency and accountability within public institutions. They also requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
Additionally, it was noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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.
