Who determines which records are subject to disclosure under the public records law?
Every organization subject to the public records law must designate in writing one or more legal custodians to respond to public records requests. In the absence of such a designation, the authority s highest ranking officer and the chief administrative officer (most likely the board president and the director, in the case of a public library). The mayor, village president or town chair of your community has the option of appointing the legal custodian for library records. The custodian(s) shall also designate one or more deputies to act in his or her absence. If you have concerns about the release of certain records, it may be advisable to consult with the municipal attorney. Every organization subject to the public records law must also adopt and prominently display a notice identifying the legal custodian and establishing the time, place and method for requesting records, and indicating any copying costs. Generally, records must be available for inspection during all regular office
