Don Jensen, Trustee | Office of Beach Park Village President
Don Jensen, Trustee | Office of Beach Park Village President
FOIA Request to Office of Beach Park 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 Beach Park Village President by a representative from the Lake County Gazette. The request, dated June 18, 2025, seeks access to public records concerning legal services engaged by the village. Specifically, the request calls for all copies of contracts with law firms associated with the entity and all invoices submitted by these law firms over the past six months.
The Lake County Gazette emphasizes its role in providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of this commitment, access to public records is deemed essential for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The requestor has also highlighted their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating state and federal governmental agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws.
In light of their media role, the requestor has expressed an expectation for a fee waiver due to their professional responsibilities in disseminating information to the public.
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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