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Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Request Backlog and Automation
Saratoga County
Summary
The county is experiencing an unprecedented surge in FOIL requests driven by AI tools, overwhelming staff and delaying responses. To address this, the board approved purchasing specialized FOIL management software.
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Last discussed Jun 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
The software purchase costs $19,250 initially with an estimated 5% annual maintenance increase.
✅Who benefits
County staff and citizens seeking timely access to public records.
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