FOIA Request to Office of Lynwood 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 Lynwood Village President by South Cook News. 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. The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the records in electronic format.
The requester, representing South Cook News, emphasized the importance of accessing public records as part of their role in providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. They highlighted their commitment to holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. Additionally, they requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization 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.
