Do I need a notary for the Freedom of Information application?

No. The application has a signature and date field but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it. It mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.

What information does the application ask for?

Describe the records you want to inspect or obtain, and provide the date, signature, printed name, address, city/state/ZIP, and daytime phone number.

Does the form list a photocopy charge?

Yes. The form lists photocopies at $0.25 per page and provides space for the number of pages and amount collected.

Wales, NY · Erie County

No notary required

Freedom of Information Application for Public Access to Records

Town of Wales residents and others can use this application to request inspection or copies of public records from the Records Access Officer.

What this form is

Use this application to ask to inspect and/or obtain copies of records held by the Town of Wales. Identify the records as clearly as possible, then provide your name, address, daytime phone number, date, and signature. The form includes space for agency use to record the decision and photocopy charges; it also describes how to appeal a denial.

Who needs it

Anyone seeking to inspect or obtain copies of records from the Town of Wales can complete this application.

How to submit it

Address the application to the Records Access Officer at 12345 Big Tree Road, P.O. Box 264, Wales Center, New York 14169-0264. The form lists photocopies at $0.25 per page.

About notarization

This application is signed without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it, and the form mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Town of Wales Freedom of Information application.
2
Describe The Records
Identify the records you want to inspect or obtain as clearly as possible.
3
Complete And Sign
Enter the date and your contact information, then sign the application.
4
Submit To The Records Access Officer
Address the application to the Records Access Officer at the address listed on the form.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Freedom of Information application?: No. The application has a signature and date field but no notary block; the signer just signs and dates it. It mentions no notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the records application?: Address it to the Records Access Officer at 12345 Big Tree Road, P.O. Box 264, Wales Center, New York 14169-0264.
What information does the application ask for?: Describe the records you want to inspect or obtain, and provide the date, signature, printed name, address, city/state/ZIP, and daytime phone number.
Does the form list a photocopy charge?: Yes. The form lists photocopies at $0.25 per page and provides space for the number of pages and amount collected.

Need something notarized?

This Freedom of Information Application for Public Access to Records doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Wales form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.