FOIA Request to Office of Johnsburg Village President regarding all emails sent by the mayor or president for the last 30 days on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Johnsburg Village President on June 18, 2025. The request seeks access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. This request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The requester, affiliated with McHenry Times, emphasized their role as a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. They highlighted that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. Additionally, they requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
The requester also noted their association with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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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