Texas Public Information Act Requests
The City of Springtown is committed to transparency and open government. In accordance with the Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552), members of the public have the right to request access to government records and information maintained by the City.
Many commonly requested records, reports, agendas, ordinances, budgets, and other documents are already available online through the City’s website. Before submitting a request, residents are encouraged to explore the website to determine whether the information they need is already publicly available.
Your Right to Access Public Information
The Texas Public Information Act establishes that government information is presumed to be available to the public. The law provides citizens with the right to inspect or obtain copies of government records, and City staff may not ask why the information is being requested.
While most government records are public, certain information may be confidential by law or exempt from disclosure under state or federal statutes, court decisions, or other legal protections. When applicable, the City will process requests in accordance with the requirements and exceptions established by the Texas Public Information Act.
How to Submit a Public Information Request
Requests for public information must be submitted in writing and should clearly describe the records being requested.
Requests may be submitted:
- By email to records@cityofspringtown.com
- By mail PO Box 444, Springtown, Texas 76082
- In person at City Hall, 102 E. Second Street, Springtown, Texas 76082
- By submitting a completed Public Information Request Form
To help staff locate records efficiently, please provide as much detail as possible regarding the information being requested, including dates, addresses, names, departments, projects, or other identifying information when available.
Processing Your Request
Upon receipt of a written request, City staff will review the request and process it in accordance with the timelines and procedures established by the Texas Public Information Act.
Depending on the nature of the request, the City may:
- Provide the requested information
- Notify the requestor that records are available for inspection
- Provide an estimate of applicable copying, labor, or production costs
- Request clarification if additional information is needed to identify the records being requested
- Seek a ruling from the Texas Attorney General when required by law to determine whether certain information may be withheld
Requestors are encouraged to cooperate with reasonable requests for clarification to help ensure records can be identified and produced as efficiently as possible.
Fees and Charges
Certain requests may result in charges authorized by state law, particularly when a request requires extensive staff time, copying, programming, or production of records. If applicable, the City will provide a cost estimate before proceeding with the request.
Questions?
For questions regarding the Public Information Act, the status of a request, or the process for obtaining public records, please contact City Hall.
The City of Springtown is committed to providing access to public information while protecting confidential information as required by law.