Public Access to Records

  • Access to records of the District shall be consistent with the rules and regulations established by the State Committee on Open Government and shall comply with all requirements of the New York State Public Officer Law.

    Agencies must acknowledge a FOIL request within five business days of receipt. If for any reason your request is denied, you will be informed in writing of the reason for denial and the right to appeal. A person denied access to records may appeal the denial within 30 days.

    FOIL Request
    Please refer to the FOIL Request Letter to submit a request. You may mail or email your request to:

    Michael Belle-Isle, Records Access Officer
    55 Kings Highway
    Amherst, NY 14226
    Email format is first initial, last name @amherstschools.org (no spaces)

    Appeal
    The following person will determine the appeal regarding the denial of access to records under FOIL.
    If you wish to appeal, submit a written request to:
     
    Anthony Panella, Superintendent
    55 Kings Highway
    Amherst, NY 14216