FOIA Request to City of Geneva Mayor's Office regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the City of Geneva Mayor's Office on June 18, 2025. The request, sent by a representative from the Kane County Reporter, seeks access to public records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. Specifically, the request asks for all copies of contracts with the city's law firms and all invoices submitted by these law firms over the past six months.
The Kane County Reporter emphasizes its role in providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. Access to these records is deemed essential for fulfilling their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The media organization has also requested a fee waiver for this FOIA request due to its status as a member of the media.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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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