FOIA Request to Village of Pingree Grove Office of Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
The Kane County Reporter has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Village of Pingree Grove Office of Village President. The request seeks access to all copies of contracts with the village's law firms and all invoices submitted by these firms over the past six months. This request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and specifies a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. The coalition's mission is to enhance transparency and inform the public about government actions. More information about their work can be found on their website here.
In making this request, the Kane County Reporter emphasized its role in providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. The organization also requested a fee waiver, citing its status as a media professional committed to holding public institutions accountable and promoting transparency.
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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