Litchfield, MI · Hillsdale County
FOIA Excess Fee Appeal Form
This form lets a person who requested city records appeal a FOIA fee they believe exceeds the amount permitted under the city’s procedures.
What this form is
Use this form to appeal a fee charged for a City of Litchfield public-records request when you believe the fee exceeds the permitted amount. It asks for your contact details, request information, delivery preferences, and specific reasons the fee is excessive. The city uses the remaining sections to document its response, which may waive, reduce, or uphold the fee.
Who needs it
A person who requested City of Litchfield records and believes the required FOIA fee exceeds the amount permitted can use this appeal form.
How to submit it
The form identifies the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator and lists the City of Litchfield at 221 Jonesville Street, PO Box 236, Litchfield, Michigan 49252. It also lists phone number (517) 542-2921.
About notarization
This form has signature and date fields but no notary block; the requester signs and dates it, with no sworn or notarized attachment identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the City of Litchfield FOIA Excess Fee Appeal Form.
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Complete The Request Details
Print or type your contact information, request details, delivery preferences, and specific reasons the fee exceeds the permitted amount.
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Gather Any Additional Sheets
Attach additional sheets if needed to explain your reasons for appeal.
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Submit The Appeal
Send the completed form to the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator at the address listed on the form.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the FOIA Excess Fee Appeal Form for?
- It lets a person who requested City of Litchfield records explain why a required fee exceeds the permitted amount and appeal for a fee waiver or reduction.
- How do I submit the FOIA fee appeal?
- The form identifies the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator and lists 221 Jonesville Street, PO Box 236, Litchfield, Michigan 49252. Call (517) 542-2921.
- Do I need a notary for the FOIA Excess Fee Appeal Form?
- No. The form has signature and date fields but no notary block; the requester signs and dates it, and no sworn or notarized attachment is identified.