This citation is used to clarify the definition of a 'public record' under the Open Records Act, emphasizing that the nature and purpose of the document determine its status as a public record, not the location where it is kept. The decision follows this reasoning to address the city's inadequate response regarding video or audio recordings or written statements.
04-ORD-123 was Followed by 17-ORD-050
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