FOIA Information

Freedom of Information Act Request Form

In 1966, Congress gave the American people access to most government records by enacting the Freedom of Information Act, also known as FOIA. By submitting a FOIA request, an individual (other than those incarcerated in correctional facilities) may request to view or copy most public records. The public body has 5 business days to respond to the request as to whether or not the request can be fulfilled. There are times that the public body may need to issue a notice to the requestor that they are extending their time for response by 10 business days. FOIA also allows for the public body to establish a reasonable fee schedule for reproducing and providing the requested documents. In 2006, the Bloomfield Township Board of Trustees adopted Provisions for Copying Public Records. Applicants can expect to pay $1.00 per page for copies of documents. In the last four years, Bloomfield Township has processed nearly 2,000 FOIA requests. FOIA applications can be obtained on our website, along with a copy of the Provisions for Copying Public Records.
 
The one-page application is easy to complete. You need to supply your contact information, as well as a detailed description of the documents requested. Be sure to indicate if you wish to view the documents, or are requesting copies of the documents. A Bloomfield Township employee will contact you if the request requires a deposit. You will also be contacted once your request has been completed.

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