FOIA Request to Roselle Village President regarding emails sent by the mayor or president on June 18, 2025.
The DuPage Policy Journal has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Roselle Village President in Illinois. The request seeks access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and specifies a preference for receiving the records in electronic format.
As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we emphasize the importance of accessing public records. Such access is vital for fulfilling our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found at this link.
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.
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