FOIA Request to Office of Lakemoor Village President 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 Lakemoor Village President. The request seeks access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. This request is made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the records in electronic format.
The requester, affiliated with Lake County Gazette, emphasizes their role in gathering and reporting news to the public. They argue that access to these public records is crucial for maintaining transparency and holding public institutions accountable. Furthermore, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as media professionals.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is part of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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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