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Release of Open Public Records

Section:600
Section Title:Administrative
Policy Number:639
Policy Name:Release of Open Public Records
Approval Authority:President’s Senior Leadership Team
Responsible Executive:College President
Responsible Unit:Office of the Custodian of Records
Date Adopted:January 9, 2013
Date Revised:June 2025*

Policy

*Non-substantive amendments

Policy

The Open Public Records Act (OPRA) gives the public greater access to government records maintained by public agencies in New Jersey. Any individual seeking records maintained by Ramapo College of NJ must submit a request in writing to the Custodian of Records.

Reason for Policy

To set forth policy to ensure consistent tracking of records requests and to ensure compliance with OPRA guidelines.

To Whom Does the Policy Apply

Any person requesting a public record.

Related Documents

Contacts

Custodian of Records

201-684-7622, records@ramapo.edu

Procedure

The Open Public Records Act (OPRA) gives the public access to certain government records.

Any individual seeking records must submit their request in writing to the Custodian of Records.

The policy, procedures, and the necessary forms to use when making an OPRA Request are posted to the College’s website. Records and copies may only be distributed through this process.