FOIA Request to Office of Romeoville Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by the Will County Gazette to the Office of Romeoville Village President. 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. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The requester, affiliated with Will County Gazette, emphasizes the importance of accessing public records to fulfill their role in gathering and reporting news to the public. They argue that such transparency is crucial for holding public institutions accountable. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver, citing their status as media professionals.
The requester is also associated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website.
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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