Are draft and preliminary versions also considered public records?
Yes. The definition of public record does not distinguish between draft or preliminary versions and final versions, so both are considered public records under FOIA.

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1. What is a public record under FOIA?
2. Are draft and preliminary versions also considered public records?
3. Who may make a FOIA request?
4. Must a request mention FOIA specifically?
5. Must a request be made in writing?
6. May the city require a requester to fill out a request form?
7. May the city require a requester to provide name and legal address?
8. How long does the city have to respond to a request?
9. What are the permissible responses to a request?