Freedom of Information Law Requests

For access to the Niskayuna Central School District’s records under the New York State Freedom of Information Law, please contact the Director of Business and Finance by mail, email or in person. Reach us by email to FOIL@niskyschools.org or by mail or in person to:

Niskayuna Central School District
Records Access Officer
1239 Van Antwerp Road
Niskayuna, NY 12309

In person requests must also be made in writing, and may be submitted during regular business hours of 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

Requests should state that information is being sought under the Freedom of Information Law and provide a brief description of the public records requested. Please be as specific as possible (i.e. relevant dates, names, descriptions, etc.).

The district’s Director of Business and Finance will acknowledge receipt of any FOIL requests within five business days. The nature of the request will determine how quickly the information can be provided.

Fee for Duplication of Records

Niskayuna Central School District charges the statutorily permitted fee of $0.25 per page for photocopies of records requested under FOIL (Public Officers Law §87[1][b][iii]). Additional copy preparation fees may apply as permitted by law. There is no provision in law or regulation requiring a waiver of this fee. Payment must be made to the Niskayuna Central School District by check or money order. Payment should not be submitted until you are notified that your request is granted and informed of the charge for your request.

For more information about the Freedom of Information Law, visit the Committee on Open Government website.