Public Records: Conquer Them Before They Conquer You!

Spend an hour with Legal Services Counsel Stephen Buckley and Staff Attorney Margaret Byrnes, who will discuss and dissect issues related to records under the Right to Know Law. First, learn how to distinguish between non-public records and public records, including identifying when a non-public record evolves into a public record and must be disclosed. Second, gain insight into a very important and often misunderstood type of record: meeting minutes. Learn what the law requires and acquire tips and tactics regarding minute-taking, maintenance and retention, disclosure and availability, sealing and unsealing, and finalizing minutes. As always, bring your questions!