Public Records

Accessing Public Records

Meredith Town Hall, photo by MJ KerrThe Town of Meredith values transparency and open communication with residents. In keeping with New Hampshire’s Right to Know Law (RSA Chapter 91-A), we’re committed to making public information as accessible as possible. You’ll find many frequently requested documents available right here on our website, and we’re always happy to assist with additional requests.

The Right to Know Law affirms that, “Openness in the conduct of public business is essential to a democratic society.” It ensures the public has access to the actions, discussions, and records of local government and we take that responsibility seriously. Every board, committee, commission, and subcommittee in Meredith follows these rules to keep the work of local government open to the public.

The information below is intended to help you understand how to access public records in Meredith. While it’s not an exhaustive guide, it should provide a helpful starting point.

Public Records Available on Our Website

Below are links to information available on our website. For information regarding Inter-Lakes School District, visit the school website.

How to Access Public Records

If you could not locate the desired record on the website, you may submit a Public Records Request at any time. If you request more detailed records, we ask you to submit your official Right to Know request directly to the Town Manager. This can be done electronically via email or by hard copy via USPS mail or in-person delivery at the Meredith Town Hall.

You may request to inspect, copy and/or receive copies of the requested records. Please know under the Right to Know Law, "no fee shall be charged for inspection or delivery, without copying of governmental records, whether in paper, electronic, or other forms." RSA 91-A:4, IV (2020). If the town is not required to "copy" a record before delivery or inspection, no copying fee shall be charged. Examples include, but are not limited to, documents delivered in electronic format or documents with multiple copies already in existence at the time of the request.

Also, nothing in the law requires the town to compile, cross reference, manipulate or assemble information into a form that is not kept or reported by the town already. The town shall provide the information in the format it currently exists.

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