Public Records Unit - City of Columbus, Ohio
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The Public Records Unit of the Columbus Division of Police is responsible for processing public records requests, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with public records laws and retention schedules. The unit consists of nine staff members including analysts, office assistants, and a property clerk, and operates under the Records Management Bureau within Support Services. The unit handles inquiries from both the public and other city agencies while monitoring changes in records law and identifying potential compliance issues.
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Skip to main content Quick Links: Careers311FacebookYoutubeXInstagram English (United States) is your current preferred language. City of Columbus, Ohio - Home - Logo Services Sub-menu Community Sub-menu Business & Development Sub-menu Government Sub-menu 311 Sub-menu Select the Escape key to close the menu. Focus will then be set to the first menu item. Search You Are Here : Home / Services/ Public Safety / Division of Police / About the Columbus Division of Police / Highlighted Areas / Public Records Unit Public Records Unit 120 Marconi Blvd. Columbus, OH 43215 View on Map Phone: (614) 645-4925 Mission Statement & Unit Information The mission of the Public Records Unit is to provide access to all public records retained by the Division of Police in accordance with law and Division policies and procedures, provide records to law enforcement and governmental agencies, and maintain records within the control of the Unit in accordance with the approved record retention schedule. The Public Records Unit is comprised of one Public Safety Analyst, five Management Analyst I’s, two Office Assistant I’s and one Police Property Clerk. The Public Records Unit is part of the Records Management Bureau, within the Support Services Subdivision. Responsibilities Responding to and processing requests for “Public Records.” Monitoring and maintaining accurate documentation and files for Public Record requests. Responding to inquiries from other areas of the Division of Police and other areas within the City. Maintaining communication and cooperation with other areas of the Division of Police to ensure the attainment of the organizational goals. Staying abreast of changes in law regarding Public Records and Records Retention. Recognizing potential problems for the Division of Police regarding public records and records retention and developing plans to correct them. Public Records Requests Public Records Request Form (Online) Public Records Request Form(PDF, 1MB) (PDF) Public Records Retention Policy(PDF, 10MB) (PDF) Back to top Contact Us City Hall 90 West Broad Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 View on Map Phone: (614) 645-3111 Get Involved Services Community Business & Development Government Quick Links 311 Jobs Pay Bills Sign Up For Email Updates City Ordinances Get Social Facebook Twitter Youtube CTV Disclaimer & Copyright | Privacy Statement | Sitemap © 2026 City of Columbus, Ohio | Powered by Granicus Ready
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