Purpose:

RVFD policy and guidelines concerning public requests of department records.

Background:

Section 6253 of the Government Code provides that every person has a right to inspect any public record except those specifically exempted by law. "Public record" is defined by law to include any writing containing information relating to the conduct of the public's business prepared, owned, used, or retained by the Department.

Policy:

The Department is committed to providing access to public records in accordance with applicable law.

Procedure:

1. Requests for public records shall be submitted in writing or electronic form to the Department's Custodian of Records for processing at info@rossvalleyfire.org or to 777 San Anselmo Avenue, San Anselmo, CA
2. Any notification of denial of any request for records shall set forth the name and title or position of the Department personnel responsible for the denial.
3. Where the State Legislature has established a statutory fee for any given record, the statutory fee shall be charged.
4. Questions can be sent to info@rossvalleyfire.org or by calling (4`5) 258-4686 ext. 10.