Guidelines for Submitting Public Records Requests
Public Records Requests
- Acknowledgment of Requests:
- Under Oregon law (ORS 192.324), public bodies must acknowledge receipt of a public records request within five business days and complete the request or provide an estimated completion timeline within 10 business days. Ensure this timeline is clearly mentioned on the website.
2. Fee Structure:
- Public records requests may include fees to cover the actual cost of making records available. This can include:
- Staff time for locating, reviewing, and preparing records.
- Copying or printing costs.
- Administrative costs for supervising inspection or mailing.
3. Guidelines for Submitting Requests:
Follow instructions on how to submit a request