Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Rights & Responsibilities: 

The Rights of Requesters and the Responsibilities of Town of Farmville, Virginia under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act 


 The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), located in § 2.2-3700 et seq. of the Code of Virginia, guarantees citizens of the Commonwealth and representatives of the media access to public records held by public bodies, public officials, and public employees.


 A public record is any writing or recording—regardless of whether it is a paper record, an electronic file, an audio or video recording, or any other format—that is prepared or owned by, or in the possession of a public body or its officers, employees, or agents in the transaction of public business. All public records are presumed to be open, and may only be withheld if a specific, statutory exemption applies.


The Policy of FOIA (PDF) states that the purpose of FOIA is to promote an increased awareness by all persons of governmental activities. In furthering this policy, FOIA requires that the law be interpreted liberally, in favor of access, and that any exemption allowing public records to be withheld must be interpreted narrowly.


The Policy of FOIA  provides information for the following:

  •  Your FOIA Rights
  • Making a Request for Records from the Town of Farmville
  • The Town of Farmville's Responsibilities in Responding to Your Request
  • Statement Regarding Reasonable Charges
  • Types of Records
  • Commonly Used Exemptions
  • Policy Regarding the Use of Exemptions


To properly complete your request for any Town of Farmville records, we ask that you complete and submit the Town's Freedom of Information and Privacy Protection Form (PDF). All requests for information must be directed to:

C. Scott Davis, LP.D., ICMA-CM

Town Manager
PO Drawer 368
Farmville, VA 23901
Phone: 434-392-5686
Fax: 434-392-3160
Email C. Scott Davis


In addition, the Freedom of Information Advisory Council is available to answer any questions you may have about FOIA. For questions,  Email the FOIA Council or call 804-698-1810 or toll-free 866-448-4100.