Public Records Requests
In accordance with the California Public Records Act (CPRA), Government Code sections 6250 et seq., SRVUSD recognizes the right of the public to have access to public records created and maintained by the district.
How to Submit a Request
Please direct all Public Records Act Requests to Cindy Fischer, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent:
By email, at: cfischer@srvusd.net
In writing at: SRVUSD, c/o Cindy Fischer, 699 Old Orchard Dr., Danville, CA 94526.
Information to include:
- Your full name
- Your phone number
- Your email address or the physical address where documents will be sent
- Specific and clear identification of records being sought.
- Use keywords or phrases that would be helpful in the search for responsive records.
- Include applicable dates and the department/school that created and/or maintains the record, if known
- Be as specific as possible when writing your request, so we can pull the records that accurately reflect the information desired
- Broad requests may result in delayed response time and undesired records.
SRVUSD is available to assist requesters in making focused and effective requests.
What to Expect
The district makes every effort to provide responsive records in a reasonable timeframe.
- Upon receipt of a Public Records request, SRVUSD will respond within 10 days to acknowledge receipt of the request and advise as to the availability of disclosable documents in the district’s possession that are responsive to the request.
- Requests received after business hours and on weekends will be considered received on the next business day.
- In unusual circumstances, the 10-day period may be extended up to 14 days by providing written notice to the requester setting forth reasons for the extension and the date on which a determination is expected to be made.
- If the district determines that disclosable public records exist, the determination will state the estimated date when the records will be made available.
- Public records will be open to inspection during district office hours or can be provided in electronic format (see AR 1340).
- The district may charge for copies of public records or other materials requested by individuals or groups.
