Caledonia, MI · Kent County

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Michigan Freedom of Information Act Request

Village of Caledonia residents and others use this form to request copies of non-exempt public records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act.

What this form is

Use this form to ask the Village of Caledonia for copies of non-exempt public information under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. Describe the records as specifically as possible, including subject matter, date, and person, and provide your contact details and preferred method for receiving records. The form also asks you to sign and date the request; fees may apply for actual fulfillment costs.

Who needs it

Anyone requesting copies of non-exempt public records from the Village of Caledonia can complete and submit this form.

How to submit it

Submit the request to the Village of Caledonia FOIA Coordinator at 250 S. Maple, Caledonia, MI 49316-9434. The form lists the village phone, fax, and email, but does not identify them as submission methods.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the requester just signs and dates the form.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download the Form

    Download the Village of Caledonia Michigan Freedom of Information Act Request form.

  2. 2

    Describe the Records

    Identify the requested public records as specifically as possible, including subject matter, date, and person.

  3. 3

    Complete and Sign

    Provide your contact details and preferred method for receiving records, then sign and date the request.

  4. 4

    Submit to the Village

    Send the request to the Village of Caledonia FOIA Coordinator at 250 S. Maple, Caledonia, MI 49316-9434.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Michigan Freedom of Information Act Request?
No. This document is signed without a notary; the requester just signs and dates the form.
How do I submit a FOIA request to the Village of Caledonia?
Submit the completed request to the Village of Caledonia FOIA Coordinator at 250 S. Maple, Caledonia, MI 49316-9434.
What information should I include in my FOIA request?
Describe the public records as specifically as possible, including the subject matter, date, and person. The form also asks for your contact information and preferred way to receive records.
Could there be fees for a FOIA request?
The form says you may be required to reimburse actual costs related to labor, photocopying, postage, and shipment. It asks the village to contact you if fees exceed $10.

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