Brent C. Bluthardt Trustee | Antioch Village
Brent C. Bluthardt Trustee | Antioch Village
FOIA Request to Office of Antioch Village President regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of the Antioch Village President by Lake County Gazette. The request seeks access to records concerning contracts with law firms and invoices submitted by these firms over the past six months. The request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, and it specifically asks for the information in electronic format.
The requester emphasized their role as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. They highlighted that access to such public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Additionally, they requested a fee waiver due to their status as a member of the media.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website: 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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