Board adopts updated public records policy despite supervisor’s objections

May 7, 2026

The board approved updates to General Policy 31 (Public Records and Information) with a 4‑1 roll call; Supervisor Bribriesco raised concerns about vague language and sought a two‑week postponement that lacked a second.

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The Scott County Board of Supervisors approved updates to General Policy 31, 'Public Records and Information,' during its May 7 meeting after a short debate. The policy revisions clarify fee calculations and assessment, guidance on aggregating requests, and direction that government records stored on personal devices remain government records.

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