Bedford Parent v. Bedford, Town of - Town Clerk (SPR 20252713)

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts William Francis Galvin, Secretary of the Commonwealth Public Records Division Manza Arthur Supervisor of Records September 24, 2025 SPR25/2713 Bridget Rodrigue Town Clerk Town of Bedford 10 Mudge Way Bedford, MA 01730 Dear Ms. Rodrigue: I have received the petition of Bedford Parent (requestor) appealing the nonresponse of the Town of Bedford (Town) to a request for public records. See G. L. c. 66, § 10A; see also 950 C.M.R. 32.08(1). On August 28, 2025, the requester sought “…copies of any and all written complaints, grievances, concerns, or issues raised regarding [an identified individual], from January 1, 2023, to the present. This request includes, but is not limited to: [1] Emails, letters, memoranda, or other correspondence sent to or from any School Committee member, Superintendent, or other district administrators regarding [an identified individual], including any internal discussions, replies, forwards, or deliberations related to those communications, including complaints from staff, teachers, or parents. [2] Investigative records, summaries, findings, or reports prepared by or for the District concerning such complaints or issues. [3] Notes, drafts, or communications documenting the District’s handling, responses, or decision-making about these matters. [4] Any records, communications, or directives concerning principals or other administrators placed on performance improvement plans or similar oversight programs under [an identified individual’s] direction.” Claiming to not yet have received responsive records, the requestor petitioned this office and this appeal, SPR25/2713, was opened as a result. Despite being notified of the opening of this appeal, it remains unclear whether the Town has provided a response. Accordingly, the Town is ordered to provide the requestor with a response to their request, provided in a manner consistent with this order, the Public Records Law and its Regulations within ten (10) business days. A copy of any such response must be One Ashburton Place, Room 1719, Boston, Massachusetts 02108 • (617) 727-2832 • Fax: (617) 727-5914 sec.state.ma.us/pre • pre@sec.state.ma.us

Bridget Rodrigue SPR25/2713 Page 2 September 24, 2025 provided to this office. It is preferable to send an electronic copy of the response to this office at pre@sec.state.ma.us. The requestor may appeal the substantive nature of the Town’s response within ninety (90) days. See 950 C.M.R. 32.08(1). Sincerely, Manza Arthur Supervisor of Records cc: Bedford Parent