Public Sector Town Hall: Public Records Under Pressure

When a municipality or school district considers a project or policy that sparks community controversy and organized opposition, an avalanche of public records requests will follow. An abundance of public records requests can quickly overwhelm in-house staff, which can lead to delays in response and lawsuits. Our Attorneys have been on the front lines helping local government navigate chaotic situations where records requesters present great challenges, including lawsuits. This Town Hall will discuss strategies and best practices for managing expansive requests, coordinating responses to reduce workload, recovering chargeable fees, and effectively controlling legal exposure while maintaining legal compliance, as well as addressing emerging areas generating increased scrutiny, including AI-generated requests, cell phone and GPS records, records related to school district issues and data centers, and law enforcement safety program records.

Please contact Karen Brunow to register.