California Public Records Act
The California Public Records Act (the “Act”) is an indispensable component of California’s commitment to open government. The purpose of the Act is to give the public access to information that enables them to monitor the functioning of their government. The Act’s fundamental precept is that governmental records shall be disclosed to the public, upon request, unless there is a legal basis not to do so.
Submit a Public Records Request
Under the California Public Records Act, Santa Rosa City Schools (SRCS) provides access to public records unless they are legally exempt from disclosure. Please note that Santa Rosa City Schools is not required to create new records to satisfy a response to a request. Click the button below to submit a Public Records Request.
Submit a Public Records Request
OVERVIEW OF EXEMPTIONS
The underlying purpose of the Act is to assure broad access to public records. Any grounds for denying access to public records must be found in the enumerated exemptions of the Act. The Act’s general policy of disclosure can only be accomplished if the exemptions are narrowly construed. As a result, courts—both as a matter of statutory interpretation and now by constitutional mandate—construe exemptions under the Act narrowly.
Frequently Asked Questions about Public Records Requests
What is the response time for a public records request?
Santa Rosa City Schools has 10 days from the receipt of a request to determine if it possesses disclosable public records and to notify the requester of this determination. This period may be extended by up to 14 additional days if necessary, with written notice explaining the reason for the delay. The date of receipt is considered an open business day. If a request comes in during a weekend or holiday, the official date of receipt will be the next business day.
Are emails to and from SRCS staff or Board members private?
No, emails sent to or from SRCS staff or Board members, including attachments and any replies, may be disclosed to the public under the California Public Records Act, unless an exemption applies.
If you have further questions, please contact our Public Records Team
cpra@srcs.k12.ca.us
707.890.3800 ext.80201