I've been trying to get some questions answered by a rather recalcitrant
natural resources agency, and now I've been presented with a request for
payment before they provide any answers. I'm not entirely surprised, but it's
very frustrating, because it's a clear attempt to deflect my questions. I'm a
private citizen with no organization behind me and they know this.
Does anyone know of any programs, either in the state of Virginia or
nationally, which would be able to provide small-scale support for FOIA
expenses? The initial payment isn't back-breaking, but the agency more or less
arbitrarily sets the prices, and the expenses will pile up quickly if I pursue
the information I need. This will cut me off cold unless I'm able to find some
sort of support, so any leads or suggestions will be deeply appreciated.
Please contact me off-list, with my thanks in advance.
- J. A.
