MODOT Incident Info 3/1/24

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Dear Kevin:

Thank you for your interest in public records of the Missouri Department of Transportation.  Your request was given the reference number R008463-030624 for tracking purposes.

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RE: PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST, Reference # R008463-030624

Dear Kevin,

Thank you for your request for documents from the Missouri Department of Transportation dated 03/06/2024.

In our effort to respond as quickly as possible to requests for documents, we have specifically identified many documents that can be released immediately.  If the documents you have requested are on that list, your request has been sent to that location where that file is kept and you will receive the information very quickly.

However, the Open Records statutes provide some instances where records should be closed; therefore, if the documents you have requested have not been predetermined to be Open Records, your request is currently being reviewed to see if litigation or statutory provisions require the records to be closed.  Should that be the case, we will promptly advise you citing the reason for closure and the specific provisions of the law under which access is denied.

Because we are a decentralized agency with records being retained both in our central office here in Jefferson City and in our seven district offices located throughout the state, we anticipate that reviewing your request to determine if the records are open and locating and copying the records could take as long as fifteen working days.  I want to assure you, however, that the process we use is an electronic one, and in many cases we are able to send the documents in a shorter period of time.  Should we find that we will not be able to get the records to you within fifteen working days, we will contact you again to tell you the reason for the delay.

While we generally waive all costs for requests that involve little search and few copies, we do ask, in keeping with the statutes, that where time involved in locating the records and the volume of information is not minimal, that you pay only the actual costs involved.  You will be notified of the estimated charges prior to the expense being incurred.

Should you have any questions regarding your specific request or our process, please do not hesitate to let me know.

Sincerely,

Pamela J. Harlan
Secretary to the Commission
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RE: PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST, Reference #R008463-030624
Dear Kevin,
Thank you for your request dated 3/6/2024 regarding the following:
"Missouri Highways And Transportation Commission
The Missouri Sunshine Law Office
P.O. Box 270
Jefferson City, MO 65102

March 5, 2024

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Missouri Sunshine Law, I hereby request the following records:

Records that show all initial and follow up incident reporting information pertaining to the incident that took place on Friday morning, March 1, 2024 on and near highway 270 northbound lanes, just before the highway 70 interchange between the hours of 8am and 10am.

Copies of all records that show additional vehicle incidents that occurred on highway 270 between the interchanges of highways 44 and highway 70 that took place during the same hours. Please include documents that show details of vehicles make and model, that identify all local, state and federal law enforcement and safety agencies that collaborated in response to the incidents and that indicate whether there were any injuries or fatalities.

I am also requesting all traffic and safety camera footage from the same section of highway along 270 between the interchanges of highway 44 and West Florissant Ave for the same timeframe of 8am to 10am

I request that fees be waived as I believe this request is in the public’s interest. I am seeking the records to analyze, inform and freely release to members of the public as part of the public information service at MuckRock.com. The requested records are not for commercial use.

I am willing to pay all reasonable duplication expenses incurred in the processing this Sunshine Law request. If fees cannot be waived, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request be filled electronically or by CD-ROM if necessary.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 3 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Kevin Hawkins

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PLEASE NOTE: This request is not filed by a MuckRock staff member, but is being sent through MuckRock by the above in order to better track, share, and manage public records requests. Also note that improperly addressed (i.e., with the requester's name rather than "MuckRock News" and the department number) requests might be returned as undeliverable." The department has reviewed your request.  After a thorough search of the Commission’s records, I have been advised that no video was located in satisfaction of your request.    Any images caught on MoDOT traffic cameras are live feeds used to help monitor traffic conditions but are not generally recorded in the normal course of business.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is the official custodian of records for all accident information.  You may wihs to direct your inquiry to that agency. All fees associated with your request are waived and this matter is now closed.  Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at 573-526-4695. Sincerely, Gari Luttrell Senior Paralegal Chief Counsel's Office

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RE: PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST, Reference #R008463-030624
Dear Kevin,
Thank you for your request received by the Commission Secretary on 3/6/2024.
On March 12, 2024, the following email was provided regarding your request. The department has reviewed your request.  After a thorough search of the Commission’s records, I have been advised that no video was located in satisfaction of your request.    Any images caught on MoDOT traffic cameras are live feeds used to help monitor traffic conditions but are not generally recorded in the normal course of business.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol is the official custodian of records for all accident information.  You may wihs to direct your inquiry to that agency. All fees associated with your request are waived and this matter is now closed.  Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at 573-526-4695. Sincerely, Gari Luttrell Senior Paralegal Chief Counsel's Office

If you have any questions, or wish to discuss this further, you may contact me at 573-526-4695 or by return email.
Sincerely,
Gari Luttrell
Senior Paralegal
Chief Counsel's Office
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