Lake County Gazette

FOIA Request to Office of North Chicago City Mayor regarding law firm contracts and invoices on June 18, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of the North Chicago City Mayor on June 18, 2025. The request seeks access to public records concerning all copies of contracts with the city's law firms and all invoices submitted by these firms over the past six months. 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 is affiliated with Lake County Gazette, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The purpose of this request is to gather information that can help hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency in government actions. The requester has also indicated eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public.

Additionally, it is noted that the requester is a member of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies. This coalition utilizes Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws to promote transparency and inform the American electorate. More details about this organization 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.