FOIA Request to Office of Des Plaines City Mayor regarding all emails sent by the mayor or president for the last 30 days on June 18, 2025.
On June 18, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Des Plaines City Mayor. The request, made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, seeks access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. The request emphasizes a preference for receiving these records in electronic format.
The requestor, affiliated with North Cook News, is a media organization dedicated to providing thorough and accurate news coverage concerning local governmental affairs. The FOIA request underscores the importance of public records in fulfilling journalistic duties such as holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In light of their role in disseminating information to the public, they have requested a fee waiver typically available to media professionals.
Additionally, it is noted that the requestor is associated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This non-profit organization supports media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this coalition 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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