FOIA Request to Office of Bolingbrook 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 Bolingbrook Village President by a news reporter from the Will County Gazette. The request seeks access to records concerning contracts with law firms associated with the office and all invoices submitted by these law firms over the past six months. The request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.
The requester, representing the Will County Gazette, highlights their role in gathering and reporting news as a member of the media. They underscore the importance of accessing public records to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as media professionals.
The email also notes 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 Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization 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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