Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

TACOMA AUOMATED ENFORCEMENT filed this request with the City Of Tacoma of Tacoma, WA.
Tracking #

T016132-020624

PDR # T016132-020624

T016132-020624

Est. Completion May 24, 2024
Status
Partially Completed

Communications

From: TACOMA AUOMATED ENFORCEMENT

Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

via email ton: pdr@cityoftacoma.org

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

DEFINITION OF RECORDS AND WRITINGS

RECORDS AND WRITINGS as defined by RCW 42.56.010(4): any handwriting, typewriting, printing, photostating, photographing, and every other means of recording any form of communication or representation including, but not limited to, letters, words, pictures, sounds, or symbols, or combination thereof, and all papers, maps, magnetic or paper tapes, photographic films and prints, motion picture, film and video recordings, magnetic or punched cards, discs, drums, diskettes, sound recordings, and other documents including existing data compilations from which information may be obtained or translated.

PRODUCTION AND DELIVERY OF ELECTRONIC RECORDS

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

PUBLIC RECORDS REQUESTS SUBMITTED VIA EMAIL

RCW 42.56.080 - Identifiable records—Facilities for copying—Availability of public records.

"...Agencies shall honor requests received in person during an agency's normal office hours, or by mail or email, for identifiable public records unless exempted by provisions of this chapter. No official format is required for making a records request; however, agencies may recommend that requestors submit requests using an agency provided form or web page."

This public records request is being made via email. This public records request will be honored and fulfilled by your agency via email as requested or relief will be sought per statute.

NATIVE ELECTRONIC FORMAT

Please provide all identified public records in their NATIVE electronic format. Unless the records exist IN PAPER FORM ONLY, DO NOT instead create new records by printing native stored electronic files, then scanning and re-printing these newly scanned prints only to reproduce them in again in electronic production.

EMAIL RECORDS

Please provide any and all email records in NATIVE .pst electronic format.

FEES

In the event that there are fees, please inform us of the total charges in advance of fulfilling the request in strict compliance with all provisions of the Washington State Public Records Act.

EXEMPTION LOGS

Please ensure all redactions or exemptions claimed by your agency in the production of responsive records are accompanied by a complete and detailed exemption log noting the valid legal reason for each exemption at each redaction location in the record produced, as well as the specific number of pages if any that your agency redacts or withholds in their entirety. Each redaction should be noted by footnote or by a clear reference to the specific justification for that redaction, and only the minimal exempt portion of any record may be withheld.

COMMERCIAL PURPOSE DECLARATION

The Washington State Public Records Act prohibits the disclosure of “lists of individuals” for a commercial purpose (RCW 42.56.070(8)). I declare this public records request is not being made for any commercial purpose whatsoever. Also, this public records request is not being made for a "list of individuals." This declaration satisfies all requirements of RCW 42.56 regarding prohibitions on lists and commercial purposes. No additional commercial purpose declaration will be completed for this public records request.

COMMUNICATION VIA EMAIL

Please send all requests for clarification, status updates, and production of responsive electronic documents via email reply.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. We look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Good Luck.

From: City Of Tacoma

Please see the attached 5 Day Letter for your public disclosure request.

From: City Of Tacoma

03/07/2024

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 158185 263 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

RE: PDR # T016132-020624

Dear MuckRock News,

The City of Tacoma has received your public records request dated 2/2/2024, in which you requested the following information:

“Subject: Washington Public Records Act Request: Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

**See attachment for additional information**”

Pursuant to RCW 42.56.520, the City of Tacoma is providing you with notice that it needs additional time to respond to your request. The additional time is necessary to locate and assemble the materials requested and to determine whether any of the documents are exempt from disclosure.

Additionally, RCW 42.56.120 allows for you to come in and inspect the records and/or for the City of Tacoma to charge for copies at .15¢ per page. It is standard practice to charge for copying of documents; and we will contact you prior to the deadline with the total costs.

The responding department has asked for more time. The City of Tacoma estimates that it will be able to respond to your request within 30 calendar days, or by 3/22/24.

In the meantime, if you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,

Brandie Marshall
Public Disclosure Analyst
Public Records Office
(253) 231-0236

From: City Of Tacoma

--- Please respond above this line ---
03/07/2024

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 158185 263 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA  02115

RE: PDR # T016132-020624

Dear MuckRock News,

The City of Tacoma has received your public records request dated 2/2/2024, in which you requested the following information:

“Subject: Washington Public Records Act Request: Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

**See attachment for additional information**”

Pursuant to RCW 42.56.520, the City of Tacoma is providing you with notice that it needs additional time to respond to your request.  The additional time is necessary to locate and assemble the materials requested and to determine whether any of the documents are exempt from disclosure.

Additionally, RCW 42.56.120 allows for you to come in and inspect the records and/or for the City of Tacoma to charge for copies at .15¢ per page.  It is standard practice to charge for copying of documents; and we will contact you prior to the deadline with the total costs.

The responding department has asked for more time. The City of Tacoma estimates that it will be able to respond to your request within 30 calendar days, or by 3/22/24.

In the meantime, if you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

Regards,

Brandie Marshall
Public Disclosure Analyst
Public Records Office
(253) 231-0236
To monitor the progress or update this request please log into the Public Records Center (https://u8387795.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.PYICgxP3kfgZjR-2B4e9nPlE836era-2BrJiOFSuxFBEcSq89qhaT1-2BLmfHcVRsf0M6RM9-2BV5Er1yNeY3EoqVVZcpp6PPi2xEsGWNe1Aq-2FpPZxefwPSmudvqwnBMXCFz-2Fta7LvPf_wXpJ0GcRKYfAi0M8eZcPWHrWvfrvjd1TysFGw2FTpuqAvuYytK9580XcNt8gSGOagLObtlhFyD0yEsNc-2B3JjGE5f1KOxxAY74bDzRkXS9zqRuT3bHVPVnFam9Kdecc-2B6-2FWRn2kgW-2BBGMMZzZzIllGaQwkfZ5x9p7j9VeE0CZC5CfpfFRjhRK9-2BfppP5HC-2F60-2FoWkQW2SygSbGipscym39X15du1TTKdUWDfkw0z6-2BlkS6cRK5HA4IU14nZ-2FMHTQITJKficg84AHMIJYJbXNwSzdDUxGD6rjpprUhKDKDx34UvzRe8rL8G-2FCCbPnVJGQQ7hm7XGhnRsWi51PU1mFMHrvHTCA7zm5mJJdOprJTlA0pNoYm6LZkuXkOuHVlqdcG)

From: City Of Tacoma

03/22/2024

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 158185 263 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

RE: PDR # T016132-020624

Dear MuckRock News,

The City of Tacoma has received your public records request dated 2/2/2024, in which you requested the following information:

“Subject: Washington Public Records Act Request: Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

**See attachment for additional information**”

Pursuant to RCW 42.56.520, the City of Tacoma is providing you with notice that it needs additional time to respond to your request. The additional time is necessary to locate and assemble the materials requested and to determine whether any of the documents are exempt from disclosure.

Additionally, RCW 42.56.120 allows for you to come in and inspect the records and/or for the City of Tacoma to charge for copies at .15¢ per page. It is standard practice to charge for copying of documents; and we will contact you prior to the deadline with the total costs.

The responding department has asked for additional time. The City of Tacoma estimates that it will be able to respond to your request within 30 calendar days, or by 4/12/24.

In the meantime, if you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Regards,

Brandie Marshall
Public Disclosure Analyst
Public Records Office
(253) 231-0236

From: City Of Tacoma

04/12/2024

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 158185 263 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

RE: PDR # T016132-020624

Dear MuckRock News,

The City of Tacoma has received your public records request dated 2/2/2024, in which you requested the following information:

“Subject: Washington Public Records Act Request: Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

**See attachment for additional information**”

I am providing the first installment of records responsive to your request. Attached are the responsive records. If these records have not been accessed after 30 days from the date of this communication, no further installments will be provided and your request will be closed without additional notification.
Assuming it is your intention to access the records provided today, we will continue to work on your request and we anticipate providing an additional installment on 4/26/24. As noted above, however, if the records provided today are not accessed within 30 days no further installments will be provided and this request will be closed.
Regards,

Brandie Marshall
Public Disclosure Analyst
Public Records Office
(253) 231-0236

From: City Of Tacoma

--- Please respond above this line ---
04/12/2024

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 158185 263 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA  02115

RE: PDR # T016132-020624

Dear MuckRock News,

The City of Tacoma has received your public records request dated 2/2/2024, in which you requested the following information:

“Subject: Washington Public Records Act Request: Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

**See attachment for additional information**”

I am providing the first installment of records responsive to your request. If these records have not been accessed after 30 days from the date of this communication, no further installments will be provided and your request will be closed without additional notification.
Assuming it is your intention to access the records provided today, we will continue to work on your request and we anticipate providing an additional installment on 4/26/24.   As noted above, however, if the records provided today are not accessed within 30 days no further installments will be provided and this request will be closed.

Regards,

Brandie Marshall
Public Disclosure Analyst
Public Records Office
(253) 231-0236

To monitor the progress or update this request please log into the Public Records Center (https://u8387795.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.PYICgxP3kfgZjR-2B4e9nPlE836era-2BrJiOFSuxFBEcSq89qhaT1-2BLmfHcVRsf0M6RM9-2BV5Er1yNeY3EoqVVZcpp6PPi2xEsGWNe1Aq-2FpPZxefwPSmudvqwnBMXCFz-2Fta71FA-_wXpJ0GcRKYfAi0M8eZcPWHrWvfrvjd1TysFGw2FTpuqAvuYytK9580XcNt8gSGOagLObtlhFyD0yEsNc-2B3JjGIqTDhOYg2Ok4dbJ2-2BmJSoIvm3zAi1nnGUkoN156dOKE6OCJlvXp-2FNqgC0Flcug53UAW3D2xJ7AsU3qRRvgpEx2C3CusKaQ5FL43NDu1ndDjA-2FCtJV4asMZlWysASVwN4dyJcd4303j1TKkMBXcR7h1-2BuwJJXODuf8BbcKWd2qCr4cVWn2E67at4kzAG9vDSTjTDp-2Bee0Ow5WEhYDYP0gtRZtv02AFbsUafBtBdviusY89wEK-2FAsz4IqgpbeUcFCqkCMa2ca9hPrtSGf6A08lMcA2heUmHuMYjp71uIpdNat)

From: Muckrock Staff

Hello Brandie,

Thank you for your continued partnership on this request. Please know that there were no responsive documents attached to this request on your agency's portal. Please advise at your earliest convenience.

Thank You,

MuckRock Staff

From: City Of Tacoma

--- Please respond above this line ---
04/26/2024

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 158185 263 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA  02115

RE: PDR # T016132-020624

Dear MuckRock News,

The City of Tacoma has received your public records request dated 2/2/2024, in which you requested the following information:

“Subject: Washington Public Records Act Request: Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

**See attachment for additional information**”

I am providing Installment 2 of records responsive to your request.  To access these records, click here: Public Records Center.  If these records have not been accessed after 30 days from the date of this communication, no further installments will be provided and your request will be closed without additional notification.
Assuming it is your intention to access the records provided today, we will continue to work on your request and we anticipate providing an additional installment on 5/24/24.   As noted above, however, if the records provided today are not accessed within 30 days no further installments will be provided and this request will be closed.

Regards,

Brandie Marshall
Public Disclosure Analyst
Public Records Office
(253) 231-0236

From: City Of Tacoma

04/26/2024

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 158185 263 Huntington Ave
Boston, MA 02115

RE: PDR # T016132-020624

Dear MuckRock News,

The City of Tacoma has received your public records request dated 2/2/2024, in which you requested the following information:

“Subject: Washington Public Records Act Request: Public Records Request (RCW 42.56) request for complete electronic copies of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS referencing TACOMA POLICE AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act [RCW 42.56] I hereby request the following records:

1. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the Tacoma Police AUTOMATED ENFORCEMENT DIVISION.
2. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the website domain zerofatality.com.
3. I request a complete electronic copy of all RECORDS AND WRITINGS in any way referencing the company Novoa Global, address: 8018 Sunport Dr, Suite 203, Orlando, FL 32809.

Responsive records should include (but are not limited to): records that contain any information about the use of or functioning of above referenced products and services, all training materials and all records used to instruct City personnel in all related products and services, policy and procedure documents, proposals, communications, all records regarding correspondence about or with the makers or suppliers of all related products and services, purchasing and procurement documents, audit documents, reports, all records regarding the sharing of data or information obtained from or obtained by using above referenced products and services, all programming documents, manuals, storage locations, etc.

Please provide all records in their native electronic format. Please do not instead create new records by printing electronic files then scanning and printing the newly scanned prints.

The use of 3rd party “portals” (Such as GOVQA or NEXTREQUEST) for communication and production of records in response to a public records request is optional for the requestor in the State of Washington. Respectfully we decline to use any 3rd party "portal" system, specifically GOVQA and NEXTREQUEST. Please provide all records electronically via direct email attachment, or via no password, no registration internet cloud-based download link.

Please do not direct or invite us to use, register for, or communicate with your agency via any 3rd party portal including but not limited to FOIAOnline, GovQA, NextRequest, FOIAExpress, JustFOIA FOIADirect, WebForm, or any other commercial 3rd party records portal service.

**See attachment for additional information**”

I am providing Installment 2 of records responsive to your request. I have attached the responsive documents to this email. If these records have not been accessed after 30 days from the date of this communication, no further installments will be provided and your request will be closed without additional notification.
Assuming it is your intention to access the records provided today, we will continue to work on your request and we anticipate providing an additional installment on 5/24/24. As noted above, however, if the records provided today are not accessed within 30 days no further installments will be provided and this request will be closed.
Regards,

Brandie Marshall
Public Disclosure Analyst
Public Records Office
(253) 231-0236

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