Right to Know Request

Springettsbury Township, York, Pennsylvania has adopted an Open Records Policy Resolution in conformance with the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law. The Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution 2023-34, identifying Doreen K. Bowders, as the Open Records Officer. 

 

PLEASE NOTE: The Township has extensive public information readily available on our website or located at the Township Building. Occasionally, the quickest and easiest way to receive information or to ask a question is to visit the Township website or to contact a specific department directly. You can reach a specific departments by calling 717-757-3521. If applicable, a time can be scheduled to review available files and information. During a file review, documentation does not differ in quality or quantity from a RTK request. Also, a file review does not prevent an individual from then filing a RTK request.  

 

• When requesting records, provide as much specific detail as possible so the agency can identify the information. Requests for records must be addressed to the Agency Open Records Officer and can be submitted by email, fax, mail, or in person.  The request should be specific and not seek answers to questions. After filing a request, a response will be issued within 5 business days. The Township has the opportunity, if necessary, to seek an extension of time of up to 30 calendar days to respond to your request. 
• Please retain a copy of your request for your files. It is a required document if you would need to file an appeal.
• Public bodies may fill anonymous verbal or written requests.  If the requestor wishes to pursue the relief and remedies provided for in this Act, the request must be in writing.  (Section 702.) Written requests need not include an explanation why information is sought or the intended use of the information unless otherwise required by law.  (Section 703.)
• Pennsylvania’s Right to Know Law can be reviewed by visiting the Office of Open Records website: www.OpenRecords.PA.gov.