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DEQ's Policy for Handling Public Records Requests

Includes fee schedule

DEQ's Public Records Request Coordinator

Tisha Kouski

DEQ State Office

1410 N. Hilton
Boise, ID 83706
ph: (208) 373-0199
fx: (208) 373-0417
tisha.kouski@deq.idaho.gov

Public Info. and Input:

Public Records Requests

General Information Request
Public Records Request
How to Submit a Public Records Request to DEQ
 
Requests for information to DEQ generally fall into two categories: general information request or public records request.
 
 General Information Request

A general information request includes, but is not limited to, information pertaining to how DEQ operates and requests for copies of agency policies, forms, procedures, pamphlets, booklets, and other printed information designed for distribution.

General information requests can typically be made and answered through

 
 Public Records Request

A public records request includes, but is not limited to, written documents and electronic files containing information relating to the conduct or administration of the public's business prepared, owned, used or retained by DEQ. Under the Public Writings Law, the public can request in writing to examine or copy these types of public records.

While most agency records are available to the public, certain records may be withheld from disclosure due to their confidential nature; the exceptions to public record disclosure are described in the Public Writings Law.

 
 How to Submit a Public Records Request to DEQ

For information regarding Waste Management and Remediation sites, visit the Waste Division Index.

To submit a public records request pertaining to documents other than Waste Management and Remediation sites, complete the online Request to Examine and/or Copy Public Records form. Be specific regarding the document(s) you are requesting. By submitting your request using the online form, you will receive an automatic confirmation email containing the information supplied.

 

     Online Request to Examine and/or Copy Public Records Form

 
You may also submit a public records request using the following form which can either be completed electronically or printed and handwritten.  Email, fax, mail, or hand deliver the completed form to the Public Records Request Coordinator.  However, an automatic confirmation email will not be sent if you use this form to submit your request. 
 

     Request to Examine and/or Copy Public Records Form (pdf 431 kb, 1 page)

 
If you are asking that fees be waived for the processing of your request, complete the following form and submit it along with a copy of your Request to Examine and/or Copy Public Records form.
 

     Fee Waiver Certification Form (pdf 433 kb, 1 page)



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