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Read more about open government from the Office of the Attorney General of Texas:
- Open Meeting Handbook (PDF)
- Public Information Handbook (PDF)
- Office of the Attorney General of Texas Website
Open Records Requests
The City Secretary's office launched an online software program for submitting public information requests. With this program, requestors have the ability to log into the Public Records Center to track the status of requests, communicate with the City, and access the requested documents. By capturing, routing, and managing public information requests, the system will enhance organization and create a convenient form of communication between departments, resulting in faster response times.
There is no charge for the first 10 letter sized pages. After the first 10 pages, there is a fee charged for any copies made. You will be notified of any fees before the requests are fulfilled.
To submit a request, please visit the Public Records Center.
For further information on the law, see the Public Information Act
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Barbara E. Sanderson
Executive Director of Community OutreachPhone: 409-797-3707Cell Phone: 409-789-7040
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Sally Bakko
Director of Policy and Governmental Relations
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Marissa Barnett
Public Information OfficerPhone: 409-797-3546Cell Phone: 409-692-6514
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Cherese Pendleton
Communications Specialist
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Megan Pierce
Administrative Manager & Special Event Coordinator
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Community Outreach
Phone: : 409-797-3546
Helpful Contacts
- Beach Water Advisories: Galveston County Health District
- Beaches: Galveston Park Board of Trustees
- Birth / Death Certificates: Galveston County Health District
- Dickens on the Strand: Galveston Historical Foundation
- Galveston Beach Patrol: Galveston Park Board of Trustees
- Mardi Gras: City of Galveston
- Marriage Licenses: Galveston County Clerk's Office
- Tourism: Galveston Island Convention and Visitors Bureau
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City prepares for Mardi Gras! Galveston, running February 10-21
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City Council candidate filing period opening January 27 for District 2
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