Open Government Resources
Your Right to Access Information
The State Constitution provides local citizens with a right of access to County meetings and records (View Online Agendas / Minutes ). Disclosure is the standard, unless the Legislature determines that a public necessity compels exemption from the State's strong open government laws.
St. Johns County is dedicated to maintaining and building public trust in government by keeping government open and accessible to the citizens it serves. This page serves as a resource to those seeking to become more familiar with the requirements of open government laws.
Sunshine Law
- The Government in the Sunshine Law, section 286.011 of the Florida Statutes
- The Government in the Sunshine Manual
- Sunshine Training for Law Enforcement, Local Government and Citizens
Public Records
- The Public Records Act, chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes (F.S. 119)
- Public Records Overview presented by the Office of the County Attorney
- St. Johns County Growth Management Public Records Request Program
- St. Johns County Public Records Request Form
Additional Resources
- First Amendment Foundation
- The Brechner Center for Freedom of Information
- Sunshine Week
- Office of the Attorney General Search Attorney General Opinions
Contact
For more information, please contact Bill Sheroke, Board of County Commissioners Information Services @ wsheroke@sjcfl.us, or by phone, (904) 827-6863.
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