FOIA Request to the Office of Homewood 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 Homewood Village President on June 18, 2025. The request, sent by South Cook News, seeks access to specific records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The records requested include 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 emphasizes the importance of accessing public records for media professionals who are tasked with holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency in governmental affairs. As part of this process, South Cook News has requested a fee waiver based on their role as a media organization.
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 governmental agencies through FOIA 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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