FAQs • City of Douglas • CivicEngage

How much does it cost for documents received through an open records request?: The cost for production of documents depends on the amount of pages and time of retrieval. The first ten pages are $.10 (10 cents) per copy. Each page over ten is $.25 cents, per copy. If it takes a substantial amount of time to pull and copy the records, the cost will be the hourly pay of the lowest-paid employee capable of pulling the documents, excluding the first 15 minutes.

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City Clerk

1. What is an open records request, and how do I make one?: Open records are any documents, papers, letters, maps, books, tapes, photos, computer-based or generated information, or similar material prepared and maintained or received in the course of operation of a public office.

A person seeking records may fill out an Open Records Request Form and return it to the city clerk's office by fax, mail, or in person to:
224 E. Bryan St.
P.O. Box 470
Douglas, GA 31534
Ph: (912) 389-3405
Fx: (912) 389-7079
Email: City Clerk Wynetta Bolder

2. How long does it take to receive requested documents through an open records request?: Generally, the City of Douglas takes up to three business days to respond to the requester.

3. How much does it cost for documents received through an open records request?: The cost for production of documents depends on the amount of pages and time of retrieval. The first ten pages are $.10 (10 cents) per copy. Each page over ten is $.25 cents, per copy. If it takes a substantial amount of time to pull and copy the records, the cost will be the hourly pay of the lowest-paid employee capable of pulling the documents, excluding the first 15 minutes.