FOIA request sent to Village of Woodridge regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Village of Woodridge by DuPage Policy Journal, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request, dated February 1, 2026, seeks access to records related to new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts that were executed, approved, or became effective during the immediately preceding calendar month.

The specific details requested include the title of each contract or amendment, names of contracting parties involved, 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 existing records and does not necessitate the creation of new documents. Furthermore, if any part of this request is denied or withheld, a specific statutory basis for such denial is requested along with all reasonably segregable portions of the records.

DuPage Policy Journal has expressed a preference for receiving these records in electronic format. As a member of the media committed to gathering and reporting news to the public, they have also requested a fee waiver due to their role in disseminating information for public interest. This FOIA request is part of their efforts under The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which aids media companies in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.