Deron Bertolo, Chief Financial Officer at Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois | Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois
Deron Bertolo, Chief Financial Officer at Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois | Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois
FOIA Request to Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois regarding Pension Fund board members roster and photos on September 8, 2025.
The Prairie State Wire has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Teachers' Retirement System of the State of Illinois. The request seeks access to records that include a list of all Pension Fund board members along with their photographs. This request was made under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140, with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
As a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs, Prairie State Wire emphasizes the importance of accessing public records. Such access is deemed essential for fulfilling professional responsibilities that involve holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In light of this role, Prairie State Wire has also requested a fee waiver, citing its status as a media professional.
Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition 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.