In accordance with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140/1), the New Lenox Public Library District provides public access to information regarding the operation of the Library, its governance, and its use of public funds.

All required information under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act including a description of the Library, its budget, governing board, organizational structure, FOIA request procedures, and available records can be found on the Library’s website at:
www.newlenoxlibrary.org/foia

This webpage contains:

• A general description of the Library and its mission
• The current operating budget and funding sources
• A list of current Board of Trustees members
• The names and contact information of the designated FOIA Officers
• The preferred method for submitting FOIA requests
• The schedule of fees for copies and certifications
• A list of records available for public inspection

Requests for information may be submitted electronically through the website or in writing to the designated FOIA Officers as outlined online.

The Library will comply with all statutory response timelines and exemptions as outlined in the Illinois Freedom of Information Act.

Adopted by the Board of Trustees March 12, 2012; Updated April 21, 2014; Updated March 25, 2015; Updated April 12, 2016; Updated October 10, 2016; Updated December 11, 2017; Updated June 8, 2020; Updated March 14, 2022; Updated July 25, 2022, Updated May 8, 2023; Update July 10, 2023; Updated November 17, 2025