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  • Michigan's Freedom of Information Act

    Lansing, MI
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    Michigan's Township Focus magazine (September 2025) features an article on Michigan's Freedom of Information Act as part of the Michigan Townships Association's official publication. The issue includes coverage of the ESTA program's October 1 implementation for small business townships, professional development retreat announcements, and specific rules governing township board meetings. MTA President Harold Koviak's message emphasizes the need to recruit younger individuals into township service, noting that only 3% of elected township officials are under age 40 according to a 2024 survey, and calls for education initiatives to engage residents and young people in local government.

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  • Client Challenge

    Carbondale, PA
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    This document outlines the procedure for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to Carbondale Township, requiring all requests to be submitted in writing either by email to supervisor@carbondaletownship.org or by mail to the Township Supervisor at 217 East Main Street, Carbondale, IL 62901. Requesters must specify the types of documents and records sought, relevant dates or time periods when applicable, and provide complete contact information including name, mailing address, email, and phone number. The procedures ensure compliance with Illinois FOIA requirements for public access to Township documents and records.

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  • Records Access / FOIL | Albany, NY

    Albany, NY
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    The City of Albany complies with New York State Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) by accepting public records requests through the City Clerk's office, which serves as the Records Access Officer (RAO). The city now uses an electronic system called Gov QA to manage FOIL requests, providing faster response times and increased security, with the process typically taking up to 20 days. Document copies are charged at $0.25 per page or at actual cost to the city, and requestors can pick up completed requests at the City Clerk's office or have them mailed.

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  • Norfolk County, Virginia Public Records Lookup | NorfolkRecords.org

    Norfolk, VA
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    Norfolk County, Virginia operates as an independent city and maintains public records under Virginia's Freedom of Information Act (§ 2.2-3700 et seq.), with all records defined as writings, papers, maps, photographs, and other documentary materials prepared or retained by public bodies in conducting public business. The city adheres to Virginia's open records framework, requiring all public bodies to respond to records requests within five working days of receipt under § 2.2-3704. Public records available include court filings (maintained by Norfolk Circuit Court Clerk and General District Court serving the 4th Judicial District), property records (deeds, mortgages, assessments via the Circuit Court Clerk and City Assessor), vital records (managed by Virginia Department of Health and Circuit Court Clerk), business licenses and permits (held by Commissioner of the Revenue and State Corporation Commission), tax records (maintained by City Treasurer and Commissioner of the Revenue), election data (Norfolk City Registrar), meeting minutes and agendas (City Clerk), budgets and audits (Department of Finance), law enforcement records (Police Department), and zoning permits (Department of Planning and Community Development). Public bodies must provide access during regular office hours without requiring requesters to state a reason for seeking records, except in limited circumstances.

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  • Greenville County, South Carolina Public Records Lookup | GreenvilleRecords.org

    Greenville, SC
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    Greenville County, South Carolina maintains public records across ten categories—including property records, court records, vital records, tax records, voter registration, law enforcement, GIS data, business records, government meeting records, and financial records—pursuant to South Carolina's Public Records Act (Title 30 of the South Carolina Code of Laws). The county operates as an open records jurisdiction under South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act and Public Records Act, governed by principles established in S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-15 that emphasize transparent public business. Greenville County facilitates public access through a dedicated Public Records Office offering both in-person and online access, with statutory response timeframes of 15 business days for records less than 24 months old and 30 business days for older records. Certain exemptions and restrictions apply under S.C. Code Ann. § 30-4-40, though the document does not detail specific exemptions.

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  • Freedom of Information | Wichita County, KS

    Wichita, KS
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    This document describes Wichita County, Kansas's Freedom of Information procedures and policies. Members of the public may request records by submitting a written request form to the County Clerk/Freedom of Information Officer, Lynda Goodrich, at 206 S 4th St. Leoti, KS 67861, with requests processed within three business days. Requestable records include ordinances, resolutions, meeting minutes, public official salaries, and budgets, though closed records include personnel files, medical records, attorney-client privileged information, and criminal investigation records. The county may charge fees for staff time and copying costs under the Kansas Open Records Act.

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  • How to request public records in Kansas and Missouri - Beacon: Kansas City

    Kansas City, MO
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    This document is a guide explaining how residents of Kansas and Missouri can request public records from government agencies under state laws—the Missouri Sunshine Law and the Kansas Open Records Act. The guide provides practical instructions for filing requests, including identifying the appropriate records custodian, being specific about the records sought, and providing contact information, while clarifying that these state laws are separate from the federal Freedom of Information Act.

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  • Hartford County, Connecticut Public Records Lookup | HartfordRecords.us

    Hartford, CT
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    Hartford County, Connecticut maintains public records through its 29 municipalities and state agencies, as county government was abolished in 1960. Public records—including court documents, property deeds, vital records, business licenses, tax records, and meeting minutes—are defined under Connecticut General Statutes § 1-200 and distributed among town clerks, assessors, and state agencies. Hartford County operates under Connecticut's comprehensive Freedom of Information Act, which requires public agencies to make records available for inspection and copying during regular office hours with a strong presumption favoring disclosure.

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  • RULES OF CHARLESTON COUNTY COUNCIL 1.

    Charleston, SC
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    This document establishes the procedural rules governing Charleston County Council meetings. All Council meetings, including committee meetings, are open to the public except as permitted by South Carolina's Freedom of Information Act, and are conducted in accordance with state law and Robert's Rules of Order. Executive sessions are permitted only for specified purposes—including personnel matters, contract negotiations, legal claims, criminal investigations, and business location discussions—and require a public vote before proceeding; no formal action may be taken in executive session. Regular Council meetings are held twice monthly on Tuesdays during ten months of the year (January through June and September through December) with single monthly meetings in July and August, while special meetings may be called with 24 hours' public notice. A quorum of five members is required for official business, and Council members may attend and vote via videoconference.

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  • Kanawha County, West Virginia Public Records Lookup | KanawhaRecords.us

    Charleston, WV
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    This document describes the types of public records maintained by Kanawha County, West Virginia, and outlines the county's compliance with the West Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Public records in Kanawha County, as defined by §29B-1-2, include court documents, property records, vital records, business filings, tax records, election data, meeting minutes, financial documents, law enforcement records, zoning materials, and school records, with the County Clerk serving as the primary custodian for many of these records. The county operates under West Virginia's FOIA statute (§29B-1-3), which establishes a presumption of public access to government records.

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  • Welcome to Public Service - Town of West Hartford

    Hartford, CT
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    This is a welcome guide prepared by the Town of West Hartford Office of Corporation Counsel (revised January 2025) for appointed members of town boards and commissions. The document, introduced by Town Clerk Leon S. Davidoff, outlines expectations for volunteer service, emphasizing regular meeting attendance and active participation as requirements for membership in "good standing." The guide covers key topics including the Freedom of Information Act, public meetings and records, Robert's Rules of Order, ethics codes, and legal questions, with appendices providing sample agendas, minutes, and procedural reference materials.

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