FOIA Request to Office of Cary Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
The McHenry Times has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Office of Cary Village President in Illinois. The request seeks access to public records under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, specifically requesting all copies of contracts with the village's law firms and all invoices submitted by these law firms over the past six months. The request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.
The McHenry Times, a media organization focused on providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs, underscores the importance of accessing public records to fulfill its professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. As part of this effort, the organization is seeking a fee waiver due to its role as a media entity.
Additionally, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website.
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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