FOIA Request to the Office of Steger Village President regarding emails sent by the mayor or president on June 18, 2025.
On June 18, 2025, South Cook News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Office of Steger Village President. The request seeks access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the records in electronic format.
The request was made by South Cook News as part of its commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. Access to these public records is considered essential for fulfilling their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. The requester has also indicated eligibility for a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional.
The individual making this request is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies. The coalition uses Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to promote transparency in government actions. 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.
