Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
The Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140) provides the public with access to government records
FOIA requests may be submitted by email, or mail to:
FOIA Officer Sandra Morris
Email: smorris@butler53.com
Butler School District 53
2801 York Road
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Alternatively, requests may be submitted to: Email: superintendent@butler53.com
There is no copying fee for the first 50 black/white standard-sized copies. The fee for additional copies is .15 cents per page. Actual cost will be charged for copies of documents not of standard size, and/or for other mediums/formats when applicable.
Submitting a FOIA Request
- Please list your name, and response email address, or other means of contact.
- Please provide a detailed description of the records you are seeking. Requests should be specific enough to allow District staff to identify and locate the records.
- Please specify if your request is for commercial purposes.
- If yes, please specify the purpose of the request.
- Please indicate if you are requesting a waiver or reduction of copying fees.
FOIA requests may be submitted
- By email to smorris@butler53.com or
By email to superintendent@butler53.com or
By mail to the District Administrative Office, attention FOIA Officer
Response Time
The District will respond to requests in accordance with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act. Generally, a response will be provided within five (5) business days after receipt of the request, unless an extension is permitted by law.
Commercial Requests
Requests made for a commercial purpose will be handled in accordance with Section 3.1 of the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.
Public Records Available Online
The District makes many public records available on its website. Requesters are encouraged to review information available online before submitting a FOIA request.
Questions regarding FOIA requests may be directed to the District FOIA Officer at smorris@butler53.com.