Funding to CDL training programs (Department of Transportation)
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| Tracking # |
R000163-092223 |
| Multi Request | Funding to CDL training programs |
| Submitted | Sept. 21, 2023 |
| Est. Completion | Nov. 10, 2023 |
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From: Rachel Premack
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:
I am requesting copies of public records regarding the public funding of commercial drivers' license training programs from 01/01/2018 to 12/31/2022. These programs are designed to prepare students to meet the qualifications to become a qualified entry-level commercial truck driver. Funds for these programs were made available through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Specifically, I request information regarding the following:
- Budget documents for the full date range noted above, including planning documents, proposals, and research reports
- Spending reports
- Communications, including internal emails, press releases, and meeting notes and transcripts, that include the phrase "commercial drivers' license"
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Rachel Premack
From:
Dear Rachel Premack,
This message confirms receipt of your request. Your request was received in this office on 9/22/2023 and given the reference number R000163-092223 for tracking purposes. You requested: "I am requesting copies of public records regarding the public funding of commercial drivers' license training programs from 01/01/2018 to 12/31/2022. These programs are designed to prepare students to meet the qualifications to become a qualified entry-level commercial truck driver. Funds for these programs were made available through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Specifically, I request information regarding the following:
- Budget documents for the full date range noted above, including planning documents, proposals, and research reports
- Spending reports
- Communications, including internal emails, press releases, and meeting notes and transcripts, that include the phrase "commercial drivers' license"
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes."
We will provide you with an acknowledgment within 5 business days.
Sincerely,
NYS Department of Transportation To monitor the progress or update this request, please log into the FOIL Records Access Center (https://u8387778.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=6HtRfOYLt5fXvpttM-2FU1Heouig0HBwdt6qHS0d-2Fq8NaUGEaZq7c5CKAPX-2Fi2hlv4g7s2JmsEkmsvTl68-2BsXElg-3D-3DSSau_LsCPDfn9FDizJ-2B5e5knn4Gt3bSXAVQkAc69qePxauJJKvMZhzDwYKPjUYlnPx94kh-2FZCiy64GDhfhfNvo0ijU1CveHhwWDa0yqJedVvleEfP7A-2BHvZorReVjzrwpY2NtVppfz0knoC-2FBhpAbXpaOTRYcAyYTc2ZVEfrZ4JC2BaArKWwCNAfmcbuI7dO5PcXlc68KOic1Ro8LnXlt4VKte44O8kIZzAD-2F9TrjxRlpFpMj1WR8Miqymcs2mmknRNWRif4Mzrn63FkFT1iVdZbli-2FWaDGJ6QNxsJloPU53x983gIbbmGre62gycb3apb4N7WlEh7n-2FP-2FFG8Oesk6O7mCKidx8EitKCYM22FQrQQEjrxNRX-2BzDoYWn-2FygrA8X7z7)
From:
RE: FOIL Records Request of September 22, 2023, Reference # R000163-092223
Dear Rachel Premack,
This correspondence will acknowledge receipt of your September 22, 2023 Freedom of Information (FOIL) request at the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) Records Access Office on this date.
You requested: "I am requesting copies of public records regarding the public funding of commercial drivers' license training programs from 01/01/2018 to 12/31/2022. These programs are designed to prepare students to meet the qualifications to become a qualified entry-level commercial truck driver. Funds for these programs were made available through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Specifically, I request information regarding the following:
- Budget documents for the full date range noted above, including planning documents, proposals, and research reports
- Spending reports
- Communications, including internal emails, press releases, and meeting notes and transcripts, that include the phrase "commercial drivers' license"
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes."
We are researching your request and will notify you within the next 20 business days regarding the availability of the records you are seeking.
Sincerely,
New York State Department of Transportation To monitor the progress or update this request please log into the FOIL Records Access Center (https://u8387778.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=6HtRfOYLt5fXvpttM-2FU1Heouig0HBwdt6qHS0d-2Fq8NaUGEaZq7c5CKAPX-2Fi2hlv4g7s2JmsEkmsvTl68-2BsXElg-3D-3DbPeA_LsCPDfn9FDizJ-2B5e5knn4Gt3bSXAVQkAc69qePxauJJKvMZhzDwYKPjUYlnPx94kh-2FZCiy64GDhfhfNvo0ijUys4eXBgYM97M5PuQDKWaxEo0SpCWqTzZL4FPF8Y221ZM96Z-2B9186EfShiMxQ9b9ZkaYO51Su1U7ooWJaCXKyH1ge5MeFfboMlNj44QmAl96hEtWSvLG67-2FawloSoEv-2BC3OeUQSEqyjO3RMs5NjNivPW3tLC-2FbPBwGWCIfFHBuHX8cT6Q7Pkppv8UoVKRIl807ntEUjB21isiv5-2FyeK5LNqgUXCbqz1iG4tMOADiPCF8MRovURAdNz-2FUfT3pL8F0bN5vb2MOllCiGrJKViCE47xZSt4hScKJ42Hh8E3NPrcD)
From: Department of Transportation
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RE: FOIL Records Request of September 22, 2023, Reference # R000163-092223
Dear Rachel Premack,
The NYS Department of Transportation received a FOIL request from you on September 22, 2023. You requested: "I am requesting copies of public records regarding the public funding of commercial drivers' license training programs from 01/01/2018 to 12/31/2022. These programs are designed to prepare students to meet the qualifications to become a qualified entry-level commercial truck driver. Funds for these programs were made available through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Specifically, I request information regarding the following:
- Budget documents for the full date range noted above, including planning documents, proposals, and research reports
- Spending reports
- Communications, including internal emails, press releases, and meeting notes and transcripts, that include the phrase "commercial drivers' license"
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes."
Due to a high number of FOIL requests recently received, it has taken longer than anticipated to respond. We are continuing to research your request and will notify you regarding the availability and reproduction costs of the materials and correspondence by November 10, 2023, or sooner if possible.
Sincerely,
The New York State Department of Transportation
From: Department of Transportation
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RE: FOIL Records Request of September 22, 2023, Reference # R000163-092223
Dear Rachel Premack,
The NYS Department of Transportation received a FOIL request from you on September 22, 2023. You requested: "I am requesting copies of public records regarding the public funding of commercial drivers' license training programs from 01/01/2018 to 12/31/2022. These programs are designed to prepare students to meet the qualifications to become a qualified entry-level commercial truck driver. Funds for these programs were made available through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.
Specifically, I request information regarding the following:
- Budget documents for the full date range noted above, including planning documents, proposals, and research reports
- Spending reports
- Communications, including internal emails, press releases, and meeting notes and transcripts, that include the phrase "commercial drivers' license"
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes."
A diligent search of our files failed to reveal any records that are responsive to your request.
Under provisions of the Public Officers Law you may appeal this determination. If you desire to submit such an appeal, please forward a copy of the original request and a copy of this response with your written appeal to:
General Counsel
F.O.I.L. Appeal
New York State Department of Transportation
50 Wolf Road, 6th Floor
Albany, NY 12232
You will be informed in writing of the decision within ten (10) business days of our receipt of such an appeal. If the appeal is denied, you will be fully advised of the reason.
Sincerely,
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on Sept. 22, 2023. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Nov. 10, 2023. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #R000163-092223.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Department of Transportation
Good morning,
Thank you for your inquiry. Your FOIL request R000163 was completed and closed on November 3, 2023. You can see our final FOIL response to you in your email chain below -- I've highlighted this for you.
Jonathan Allen
Records Access Officer
New York State Department of Transportation │Legal Services
50 Wolf Road, 6th Floor
Albany, New York 12232
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