It is the policy of the City of Sault Ste. Marie that all individuals—except those incarcerated—are entitled to full and complete access to public records, consistent with the Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The purpose of FOIA is to ensure transparency in government and empower the public to participate meaningfully in the democratic process.
Our FOIA Commitment
The City is committed to:
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Full compliance with all FOIA requirements under Michigan law.
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Fair and consistent responses to all FOIA requests, regardless of the requestor.
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Protection of public interest, while ensuring that exempt or sensitive information is withheld or redacted in accordance with FOIA.
The City acknowledges its legal obligation to disclose all non-exempt public records upon request and recognizes that certain FOIA exemptions may be necessary to protect individual privacy and support the effective functioning of government.
FOIA Procedures & Guidelines
The City Commission has adopted written procedures and guidelines to implement FOIA requirements. These include:
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How to submit a FOIA request
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How the City responds to requests
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Fee structures and deposit requirements
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How to challenge or appeal a decision
A public summary of these procedures—written in clear and accessible language—is available to help citizens understand the process.
Contact the FOIA Coordinator
Robin R. Troyer, MMC
Deputy City Manager / FOIA Coordinator
📞 Phone: (906) 632-5717
📧 Email: rtroyer [at] saultcity.com
👉 Submit a FOIA Request
Click the link above to begin the FOIA request process.