Dear Paterson City,

Please accept this electronic request for public records made under OPRA and the common law right of access. I am not required to fill out an official form or use a particular software platform to submit my request per NJSA 47:1A-6(f), which states that an email from a requestor including all of the information required on the adopted form shall suffice in place of a completed form as a valid government record request.

I HAVE NOT been convicted of any indictable offense under the laws of New Jersey, any other state, or the United States.

I WILL NOT use the requested government records for a commercial purpose.

I AM NOT seeking records in connection with a legal proceeding.

Records requested:

Pursuant to the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (OPRA), N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq., I am requesting access to the following records specifically pertaining to city employee, Stephanie Pabon, Director of Personnel:

Records of any educational expenses (e.g., tuition, fees, certifications, or training programs) paid for or reimbursed by the city on behalf of Stephanie Pabon during her tenure as a city employee.

Documentation of any policies, ordinances, or agreements governing education reimbursements or payments applicable to Stephanie Pabon.

Copies of invoices, receipts, or records detailing payments made by the city to educational institutions or to Stephanie Pabon for education-related expenses.

Records of any agreements signed by Stephanie Pabon requiring her to remain employed with the city for a specific period after receiving education reimbursement.

Records specifying whether the education funded for Stephanie Pabon was a requirement or enhancement for her role, including related job descriptions or qualifications.

Documentation showing the total amount of funds allocated and spent by the city on Stephanie Pabon’s education, if available.

My preferred delivery method for response(s) to this request is by E-mail as attachments. Please confirm you have received this request. If you are not the custodian of records, please forward my request to that person and provide their email address to me for future reference.

Yours faithfully,

Concerned Civilian