FOIA Request to Evergreen Park Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Evergreen Park 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 requestor is a news reporter from South Cook News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate coverage of local governmental affairs. The FOIA request emphasizes the importance of access to public records for media professionals who are responsible for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In light of this role, the requester has asked for a fee waiver typically available to media professionals.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester 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 coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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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