FOIA Request to the Office of Bradley Village President regarding emails sent by the mayor or president on June 18, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Office of Bradley Village President seeking access to all emails sent by the mayor or president over the past 30 days. The request, made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, emphasizes a preference for receiving these records in electronic format.
The request originates from Kankakee Times, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request underscores the importance of public records in enabling media professionals to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency. As such, it also includes a plea for a fee waiver due to its nature as a media-related inquiry.
Additionally, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids news media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies. This affiliation highlights their commitment to leveraging FOIA and Sunshine Laws to promote government transparency and inform the public. More information about this coalition can be found on their website here.
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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