FOIA Request to Office of Zion City Mayor regarding all emails sent by the mayor or president for the last 30 days on June 18, 2025.
The Lake County Gazette has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Office of Zion City Mayor. 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 records in electronic format.
As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, Lake County Gazette emphasizes the importance of accessing public records. The organization states that such access is crucial for fulfilling its professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. In light of their role in disseminating information, they have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through Freedom of Information 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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