The Pennsylvania Right to Know Law ensures that government agencies operate with transparency and accountability. It grants citizens the right to access public records, promoting openness and allowing residents to stay informed about government actions. This law is crucial because it fosters trust between the public and local government, ensuring that decisions are made in the best interest of the community. By exercising your right to know, you help uphold the principles of democracy and ensure that government actions are conducted fairly and responsibly.
In accordance with Pennsylvania’s Right-to-Know Law, Mt. Joy Township is committed to transparency by providing public access to records in compliance with the law. Citizens have the right to inspect and obtain copies of public records, subject to exceptions outlined by the law.
How to Submit a Right to Know Request
Requests for access to public records must be submitted in writing using the township’s Right-to-Know Request Form. You may submit your completed form in one of the following ways:
Email: Sheri Moyer, send a message
Mail: 902 Hoffman Home Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325
In-Person: Deliver your request to the Township Office during regular business hours.
Downloadable Forms
Fees
Fees for duplication and postage may apply. These fees are in accordance with the fee schedule set by the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records.
Appeals
If your request is denied, you have the right to file an appeal with the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records. Appeals must be submitted within 15 business days of the denial.
For more information about appeals, visit the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records.
Contact Information
For questions about the Right-to-Know Law or assistance with submitting a request, please contact the Township’s Open Records Officer:
Sheri Moyer
Send a message
717-359-4500
902 Hoffman Home Rd
Gettysburg, PA 17325