Requesting Public Records

The City of Mercer Island provides access to public records under the provisions of the Washington State Public Records Act (RCW 42.56). The City's rules are found in Chapter 2.14 of the Mercer Island City Code, and full details are provided in the Public Records Act Rules of Procedure.

To make a request, please visit mercerisland.nextrequest.com.

View Frequently Asked Questions about public records requests.

View the City of Mercer Island Public Records Act Rules of Procedure.

Additional Resources:

• Request public records
• Public Records FAQs
• City of Mercer Island Public Records Act Rules of Procedure
• Washington State Public Records Act (Chapter 42.56 RCW)
• Public Records Act - Model Rules (Chapter 44-14 WAC)
• Public Records Officer Designation Formal Order
• Indexes for Public Records Formal Order
• List of Exemptions within Chapter 42.56 RCW