FOIA Request to Palos Hills City Mayor regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A request was submitted to the office of the Palos Hills City Mayor under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. The request seeks access to all copies of contracts with the city's law firms and all invoices submitted by these firms over the past six months. The requester, affiliated with South Cook News, emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in local governmental affairs.
The request highlights the necessity for public records access to fulfill journalistic duties. It also mentions a potential fee waiver eligibility due to the requester's role as a media professional. Additionally, it notes an affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies in investigating governmental actions through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website.
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.
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