Grant, MI · Newaygo County

No notary required

FOIA Appeal Form

People whose public-records request was denied use this form to appeal the City of Grant’s decision and explain why the denial should be reversed.

What this form is

Use this form to appeal a City of Grant decision denying all or part of a public-records request. It asks you to identify the requested records, state reasons for the appeal, and provide your contact details and signature. The form also includes space for the City’s response and explains that an appeal may be submitted to the head of the public body.

Who needs it

A person whose request for public records from the City of Grant was denied in whole or in part may use this form to appeal.

How to submit it

Submit the written appeal to the head of the public body. The form lists the City of Grant at 280 S. Maple St., PO Box 435, Grant, MI 49327.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the requestor signs and dates the appeal, with no notarized or sworn attachment identified.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Form

    Download the City of Grant FOIA Appeal Form.

  2. 2

    Complete The Appeal

    Identify the records requested, state your reasons for appealing, provide your contact information, and sign and date the form.

  3. 3

    Gather Any Attachments

    You may attach additional sheets explaining your reasons for appeal or include a copy of your original request.

  4. 4

    Submit The Appeal

    Submit the written appeal to the head of the public body at the City address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Who can use the City of Grant FOIA Appeal Form?
A person whose request for public records was denied in whole or in part may use this form to appeal the denial to the head of the public body.
What information does the appeal form ask for?
The form asks you to identify the records requested, explain your reasons for appealing, provide contact information, and sign and date the appeal.
Do I need a notary for the FOIA Appeal Form?
No. This form is signed and dated without a notary, and it identifies no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the FOIA Appeal Form?
Submit the written appeal to the head of the public body. The form lists the City of Grant at 280 S. Maple St., PO Box 435, Grant, MI 49327.

Need something notarized?

This FOIA Appeal Form doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.