Reading, MI · Hillsdale County
FOIA Request for Public Records
Reading residents and other requestors use this form to ask the City for copies of public records, record inspection, or a regular subscription.
What this form is
The form lets a requestor describe public records and select a format, delivery method, and contact information. The packet also includes forms for requesting an extension by agreement, applying for an indigence or nonprofit discount, and appealing a denial or fee; use those sections if they apply to your request.
Who needs it
Anyone seeking public records from the City of Reading for copies, inspection, or a subscription may use this request form.
How to submit it
The form identifies the Office of the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator at 113 S. Main Street, PO Box 240, Reading, Michigan 49274. It does not specify how to submit the request; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This document is signed without a notary; it mentions an affidavit for an indigence discount, but does not specify that it must be notarized.
How to submit this form
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Download The Form
Download the FOIA Request for Public Records PDF.
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Complete The Request
Describe the records, select the type of access and delivery method, and fill in your contact information.
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Gather Any Attachments
Attach additional sheets if needed to describe the records. Include an affidavit if requesting the indigence discount.
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Submit To The City
The form lists the Office of the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator at 113 S. Main Street, PO Box 240, Reading, Michigan 49274.
Frequently asked questions
- What does the Reading FOIA request form ask for?
- It asks you to describe the records, choose copies, certified copies, inspection, or a subscription, select a delivery method, and provide contact information.
- Do I need a notary for the FOIA request form?
- No. The request is signed without a notary. The packet mentions an affidavit for an indigence discount but does not specify that it must be notarized.
- How do I submit the FOIA request?
- The form lists the Office of the City Manager/FOIA Coordinator at 113 S. Main Street, PO Box 240, Reading, Michigan 49274. It does not state a submission method; check the city website for current contact details.
- Does the packet include appeal forms?
- Yes. It includes forms to appeal a denial of records or a fee, along with a notice of extension and a notice of denial.