FOIA Request to Office of Warrenville City Mayor regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Warrenville City Mayor by a representative from the DuPage Policy Journal. The request seeks access to public records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, specifically asking for all copies of contracts with the city's law firms and all invoices submitted by these firms over the past six months. The request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.
The DuPage Policy Journal, known for its comprehensive coverage of local governmental affairs, has made this request as part of its mission to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency to the public. As members of the media, they have also requested a fee waiver based on their role in disseminating information to the public.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating state and federal governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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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