FOIA request sent to Village of Itasca regarding new contracts on February 1, 2026

FOIA Request to Village of Itasca regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026.

The DuPage Policy Journal has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Village of Itasca. The request seeks access to records concerning new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts that were executed, approved, or became effective during the immediately preceding calendar month. This request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140.

The specific records requested include the title of each contract or amendment, names of contracting parties, effective and approval dates, contract amounts or amended values, and descriptions of the goods or services covered. The request emphasizes that it is limited to records that currently exist and does not require the creation of new documents.

The DuPage Policy Journal has expressed its intention to receive these records in electronic format if available. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. They emphasize that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency.

In case any portion of this request is denied or withheld, they have asked for the specific statutory basis for such denial and requested the release of all reasonably segregable portions of the records. The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which aids media companies in investigating governmental agencies using FOIA laws.

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.