Why This Measure Matters

Tracking the annual number of records requests helps the department understand shifting trends in public interest, ensures transparency and accountability, and supports the department in understanding resource needs for ensuring requests are processed efficiently. Records Requests include public records requests, background checks, and law enforcement records request.

What’s the Story?

In 2025 OPD had 4,072 total requests for records. Of those, 3,043 were Public Records Requests, which represents 77% of the City's total Public Records Requests for 2025. 

Target

The City is tracking this metric over time to understand how it fluctuates.

Reporting frequency

Annual