The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), found in 2.2-3700 et seq. of the Code of Virginia, guarantees the people of the Commonwealth, representatives of newspapers and magazines with circulation in the Commonwealth, and representatives of radio and television stations broadcasting in or into the Commonwealth access to public records held by public bodies, public officials and public employees. All public records are presumed open unless an exemption is invoked or otherwise prohibited by law.

To request records from HRSD or ask questions about requesting records, you may contact the designated FOIA officer:

Jennifer Cascio
Commission Secretary
HRSD
PO Box 5911
Virginia Beach, VA 23471-0911
757.460.7003
FOIA@hrsd.com

If you wish to make your request in person, you may do so at: 1434 Air Rail Avenue, Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Please see HRSD’s Access to Public Records Policy for additional information.

In addition, the Freedom of Information Advisory Council is available to answer any questions you may have about FOIA. The Council may be contacted by email at foiacouncil@dls.virginia.gov, or by phone at 804.225.3056 or toll free at 866.448.4100.