FOIA Request to Office of Shorewood Village President regarding emails sent by the mayor or president on June 18, 2025.
The Will County Gazette has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Office of Shorewood Village President. The request, dated June 18, 2025, 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.
As part of their commitment to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, the Will County Gazette emphasizes the importance of accessing public records. The media organization aims to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency for the public. The requester has also highlighted their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that aids 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/.
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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