FOIA Request to Northfield Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Northfield Village President on June 18, 2025. The request, sent by a representative from North Cook News, seeks access to specific records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The records requested include all copies of contracts with the entity's law firms and all invoices submitted by these law firms over the past six months.
The requester has emphasized the importance of accessing public records as part of their role in gathering and reporting news to the public. They argue that this access is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA requests. More information about this organization can be found on their website at 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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