FOIA Request to Office of Hoffman Estates Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
On June 18, 2025, North Cook News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Office of Hoffman Estates Village President. The request seeks access to records concerning contracts with law firms associated with the entity 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 information in electronic format.
The requestor emphasized their role as a member of the media involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. They highlighted that access to such public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Furthermore, they requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
Additionally, it was noted that the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization 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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