Once the scope of a request has been determined, and research completed to identify responsive records, we will notify you of any copying charges, if any.
The fees for paper or electronic copies are in accordance with the City’s Administrative Fee Schedule [PDF].
The City only has the capability to copy, print, or scan documents up to 11”x17”. Larger documents will need to be sent to an outside vendor and the requestor shall pay the actual cost of reproduction.
SERVICE PROVIDED | FEE |
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Paper copies | $0.15 per page |
Scanned copies (scanning records from paper to electronic format) | $0.14 per page |
Outside vendor copies - any size | Actual cost/vendor invoice |
CD/DVD | $1.00 per disc |
Other digital storage media/devices (ex. USB) | Actual cost |
Mailing supplies and postage | Actual cost |
Electronic files or attachments provided by electronic delivery | $0.05 per each 4 electronic files |
Electronic records transmission | $0.10 per gigabyte |
For large requests, the City may require a 10% deposit prior to the production of records. The City may also provide the records in installments and require advance payment before providing further installments.
Payment can be made:
- In-person at City Hall with cash, check, credit card*, or money order
- By phone – call 253-922-2489 with a credit card* (press 1 for Finance/utility billing, and then when prompted, press 2 to reach a staff member)
- By mail – send a check or money order to:
Fife City Hall
Attn: Public Records
5411 23rd Street E
Fife, WA 98424
*The City of Fife accepts VISA and MasterCard.
Arrangements can be made to visually inspect records in-person either at City Hall or Fife Police Department at no cost. During your appointment, you can identify records you would like copied (administrative fees will still apply).