FOIA Request to Office of Chicago Heights City Mayor regarding emails sent by the mayor or president on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Chicago Heights City Mayor on June 18, 2025. The request, sent by South Cook News, 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 emphasizes the role of South Cook News in providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization states that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. As a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public, South Cook News also requests a fee waiver for this FOIA submission.
Additionally, it is 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 government actions 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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