FOIA Request to Office of Sugar Grove Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Sugar Grove Village President on June 18, 2025. The request seeks access to specific records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The Kane County Reporter, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs, has requested all copies of contracts with the village's law firms and all invoices submitted by these firms over the past six months.
The request emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in public institutions. It is noted that as a member of the media, there is an expectation for a fee waiver due to their role in disseminating information to the public. The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through FOIA and Sunshine Laws.
For more information about The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, please visit 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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