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From: Russel Neiss

To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

From: Office of General Services

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, April 15, 2019 7:53 PM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

April 15, 2019

To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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From: Office of General Services

You will receive an update by 5/15/19

From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

Please note from the letter you received on 5/17/19 that you will receive an update by 6/17/19.

From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

Please read attached letter sent 6/17/19

From: Office of General Services


From: Russel Neiss

Dear Ms. Groll,

Thank you for your latest response dated 7/16/2019. This is now the fourth time your agency has delayed the production of these public records claiming that you are "continuing to collect and review records to ensure that the documents are responsive to your request and not exempt from disclosure." This language suggests that you have already collected some documents even as you search for others. I ask that you please release those records to me while you continue to collect and review additional responsive records in order to assist in extending public accountability and to not unnecessarily delay disclosure.

Further, if the issue delaying the release of these documents is the scope of the request, I'd be happy to narrow it to facilitate the work you all do, and to get the documents released more quickly.

Let me know how we can move forward together on this one. I'm happy to chat on the phone if that would be helpful as well.

Again, thanks so much,
Russel Neiss

From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 5:05 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

October 7, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 17, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Sept. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Aug. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 17, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Dear Ms. Groll,

Thank you for your latest response dated 7/16/2019. This is now the fourth time your agency has delayed the production of these public records claiming that you are "continuing to collect and review records to ensure that the documents are responsive to your request and not exempt from disclosure." This language suggests that you have already collected some documents even as you search for others. I ask that you please release those records to me while you continue to collect and review additional responsive records in order to assist in extending public accountability and to not unnecessarily delay disclosure.

Further, if the issue delaying the release of these documents is the scope of the request, I'd be happy to narrow it to facilitate the work you all do, and to get the documents released more quickly.

Let me know how we can move forward together on this one. I'm happy to chat on the phone if that would be helpful as well.

Again, thanks so much,
Russel Neiss
---

On July 16, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 5, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Please read attached letter sent 6/17/19

---

On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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PLEASE NOTE: This request is not filed by a MuckRock staff member, but is being sent through MuckRock by the above in order to better track, share, and manage public records requests. Also note that improperly addressed (i.e., with the requester's name rather than "MuckRock News" and the department number) requests might be returned as undeliverable.
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From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

Good afternoon,

We sent you this letter on 10/11/19.

Thank you,

From: Office of General Services

Good afternoon,

Attached is the extension letter that was recently emailed to you.

Thank you,

From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 5:04 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

November 27, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Oct. 11, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

---

On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

Attached is the extension letter that was recently emailed to you.

Thank you,

---

On Oct. 28, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

We sent you this letter on 10/11/19.

Thank you,

---

On Oct. 11, 2019:
Subject: RE: FOIL #6810

---

On Oct. 7, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 5:05 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

October 7, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 17, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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PLEASE NOTE: This request is not filed by a MuckRock staff member, but is being sent through MuckRock by the above in order to better track, share, and manage public records requests. Also note that improperly addressed (i.e., with the requester's name rather than "MuckRock News" and the department number) requests might be returned as undeliverable.

---

On Sept. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

---

On Aug. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

---

On July 17, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Dear Ms. Groll,

Thank you for your latest response dated 7/16/2019. This is now the fourth time your agency has delayed the production of these public records claiming that you are "continuing to collect and review records to ensure that the documents are responsive to your request and not exempt from disclosure." This language suggests that you have already collected some documents even as you search for others. I ask that you please release those records to me while you continue to collect and review additional responsive records in order to assist in extending public accountability and to not unnecessarily delay disclosure.

Further, if the issue delaying the release of these documents is the scope of the request, I'd be happy to narrow it to facilitate the work you all do, and to get the documents released more quickly.

Let me know how we can move forward together on this one. I'm happy to chat on the phone if that would be helpful as well.

Again, thanks so much,
Russel Neiss
---

On July 16, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

---

On July 5, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Please read attached letter sent 6/17/19

---

On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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For mailed responses, please address (see note):
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DEPT MR 71828
411A Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02144-2516

PLEASE NOTE: This request is not filed by a MuckRock staff member, but is being sent through MuckRock by the above in order to better track, share, and manage public records requests. Also note that improperly addressed (i.e., with the requester's name rather than "MuckRock News" and the department number) requests might be returned as undeliverable.
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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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For mailed responses, please address (see note):
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DEPT MR 71828
411A Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02144-2516

PLEASE NOTE: This request is not filed by a MuckRock staff member, but is being sent through MuckRock by the above in order to better track, share, and manage public records requests. Also note that improperly addressed (i.e., with the requester's name rather than "MuckRock News" and the department number) requests might be returned as undeliverable.
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From: Office of General Services

Good morning,

The attached extension letter was sent to you on 12/12/19.

Thank you for your patience as we gather your requested information.

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov

From: Office of General Services

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, January 13, 2020 5:03 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

January 13, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 11, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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Somerville, MA 02144-2516

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On Dec. 27, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good morning,

The attached extension letter was sent to you on 12/12/19.

Thank you for your patience as we gather your requested information.

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov
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On Nov. 27, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 5:04 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

November 27, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Oct. 11, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

Attached is the extension letter that was recently emailed to you.

Thank you,

---

On Oct. 28, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

We sent you this letter on 10/11/19.

Thank you,

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On Oct. 11, 2019:
Subject: RE: FOIL #6810

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On Oct. 7, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 5:05 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

October 7, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 17, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Sept. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Aug. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 17, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Dear Ms. Groll,

Thank you for your latest response dated 7/16/2019. This is now the fourth time your agency has delayed the production of these public records claiming that you are "continuing to collect and review records to ensure that the documents are responsive to your request and not exempt from disclosure." This language suggests that you have already collected some documents even as you search for others. I ask that you please release those records to me while you continue to collect and review additional responsive records in order to assist in extending public accountability and to not unnecessarily delay disclosure.

Further, if the issue delaying the release of these documents is the scope of the request, I'd be happy to narrow it to facilitate the work you all do, and to get the documents released more quickly.

Let me know how we can move forward together on this one. I'm happy to chat on the phone if that would be helpful as well.

Again, thanks so much,
Russel Neiss
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On July 16, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 5, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Please read attached letter sent 6/17/19

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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DEPT MR 71828
411A Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02144-2516

PLEASE NOTE: This request is not filed by a MuckRock staff member, but is being sent through MuckRock by the above in order to better track, share, and manage public records requests. Also note that improperly addressed (i.e., with the requester's name rather than "MuckRock News" and the department number) requests might be returned as undeliverable.
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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

Attached is the extension letter that was recently emailed to you.

Thank you,

---

On Oct. 28, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

We sent you this letter on 10/11/19.

Thank you,

---

On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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411A Highland Ave
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From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Tuesday, January 28, 2020 5:02 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

January 28, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Jan. 13, 2020. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Jan. 13, 2020:
Subject: FOIL 6810

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On Jan. 13, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, January 13, 2020 5:03 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

January 13, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 11, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Dec. 27, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good morning,

The attached extension letter was sent to you on 12/12/19.

Thank you for your patience as we gather your requested information.

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov
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On Nov. 27, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 5:04 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

November 27, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Oct. 11, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

Attached is the extension letter that was recently emailed to you.

Thank you,

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On Oct. 28, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

We sent you this letter on 10/11/19.

Thank you,

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On Oct. 11, 2019:
Subject: RE: FOIL #6810

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On Oct. 7, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 5:05 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
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October 7, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 17, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

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On Sept. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Aug. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 17, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Dear Ms. Groll,

Thank you for your latest response dated 7/16/2019. This is now the fourth time your agency has delayed the production of these public records claiming that you are "continuing to collect and review records to ensure that the documents are responsive to your request and not exempt from disclosure." This language suggests that you have already collected some documents even as you search for others. I ask that you please release those records to me while you continue to collect and review additional responsive records in order to assist in extending public accountability and to not unnecessarily delay disclosure.

Further, if the issue delaying the release of these documents is the scope of the request, I'd be happy to narrow it to facilitate the work you all do, and to get the documents released more quickly.

Let me know how we can move forward together on this one. I'm happy to chat on the phone if that would be helpful as well.

Again, thanks so much,
Russel Neiss
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On July 16, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 5, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Please read attached letter sent 6/17/19

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

Attached is the extension letter that was recently emailed to you.

Thank you,

---

On Oct. 28, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

We sent you this letter on 10/11/19.

Thank you,

---

On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On Dec. 27, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good morning,

The attached extension letter was sent to you on 12/12/19.

Thank you for your patience as we gather your requested information.

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov
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On Nov. 27, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 27, 2019 5:04 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

November 27, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Oct. 11, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

Attached is the extension letter that was recently emailed to you.

Thank you,

---

On Oct. 28, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good afternoon,

We sent you this letter on 10/11/19.

Thank you,

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On Oct. 11, 2019:
Subject: RE: FOIL #6810

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On Oct. 7, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, October 7, 2019 5:05 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

October 7, 2019

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 17, 2019. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Sept. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On Aug. 13, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 17, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Dear Ms. Groll,

Thank you for your latest response dated 7/16/2019. This is now the fourth time your agency has delayed the production of these public records claiming that you are "continuing to collect and review records to ensure that the documents are responsive to your request and not exempt from disclosure." This language suggests that you have already collected some documents even as you search for others. I ask that you please release those records to me while you continue to collect and review additional responsive records in order to assist in extending public accountability and to not unnecessarily delay disclosure.

Further, if the issue delaying the release of these documents is the scope of the request, I'd be happy to narrow it to facilitate the work you all do, and to get the documents released more quickly.

Let me know how we can move forward together on this one. I'm happy to chat on the phone if that would be helpful as well.

Again, thanks so much,
Russel Neiss
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On July 16, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On July 5, 2019:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Please read attached letter sent 6/17/19

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On Nov. 12, 2019:
Subject: FOIL #6810

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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From: Office of General Services

From: Office of General Services

Good morning,

The extension letter was emailed to you on 2/11/20, I have attached it for your review.

Thank you,

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov

From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

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Sent: Monday, May 25, 2020 5:07 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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FOIL Office
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May 25, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Feb. 11, 2020. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

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On May 8, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On April 10, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On March 13, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On Feb. 26, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good morning,

The extension letter was emailed to you on 2/11/20, I have attached it for your review.

Thank you,

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov
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On Feb. 11, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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From: Office of General Services

In light of New York State’s reduction in workforce as part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

As part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, some or all agency employees may be working off-site. As such, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. If a record responsive to a request is only available in hard-copy format, that record’s availability will be limited until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

From: Office of General Services

As part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, some or all agency employees may be working off-site. As such, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. If a record responsive to a request is only available in hard-copy format, that record’s availability will be limited until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

From: Office of General Services

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2020 5:04 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

August 5, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 8, 2020. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On July 21, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
As part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, some or all agency employees may be working off-site. As such, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. If a record responsive to a request is only available in hard-copy format, that record’s availability will be limited until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

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On July 7, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
As part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, some or all agency employees may be working off-site. As such, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. If a record responsive to a request is only available in hard-copy format, that record’s availability will be limited until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

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On June 22, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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On June 8, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
In light of New York State’s reduction in workforce as part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

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On May 26, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, May 25, 2020 5:07 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

ATTENTION: This email came from an external source. Do not open attachments or click on links from unknown senders or unexpected emails.

Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

May 25, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Feb. 11, 2020. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On May 8, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On April 10, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On March 13, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On Feb. 26, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good morning,

The extension letter was emailed to you on 2/11/20, I have attached it for your review.

Thank you,

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov
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On Feb. 11, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Thursday, September 03, 2020 5:08 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

September 3, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 8, 2020. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On Aug. 18, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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On Aug. 5, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Wednesday, August 05, 2020 5:04 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

August 5, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on June 8, 2020. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On July 21, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
As part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, some or all agency employees may be working off-site. As such, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. If a record responsive to a request is only available in hard-copy format, that record’s availability will be limited until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

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On July 7, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
As part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, some or all agency employees may be working off-site. As such, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. If a record responsive to a request is only available in hard-copy format, that record’s availability will be limited until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

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On June 22, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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On June 8, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
In light of New York State’s reduction in workforce as part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

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On May 26, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

From: requests@muckrock.com <requests@muckrock.com>
Sent: Monday, May 25, 2020 5:07 AM
To: OGS.sm.OGSFoil <OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov>
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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Office of General Services
FOIL Office
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242-0001

May 25, 2020

This is a follow up to request number 6810:

To Whom It May Concern:

I'm following up on the following New York Freedom of Information Law request, copied below, and originally submitted on April 15, 2019. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Feb. 11, 2020. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #6810.

Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.

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On May 8, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On April 10, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On March 13, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On Feb. 26, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
Good morning,

The extension letter was emailed to you on 2/11/20, I have attached it for your review.

Thank you,

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov
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On Feb. 11, 2020:
Subject: RE: FOIL 6810

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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Upload documents directly: https://www.muckrock.com/
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MuckRock News
DEPT MR 71828
411A Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02144-2516

PLEASE NOTE: This request is not filed by a MuckRock staff member, but is being sent through MuckRock by the above in order to better track, share, and manage public records requests. Also note that improperly addressed (i.e., with the requester's name rather than "MuckRock News" and the department number) requests might be returned as undeliverable.
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On July 21, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
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On July 7, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810
As part of the ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, some or all agency employees may be working off-site. As such, there may be delays in response to FOIL requests. If a record responsive to a request is only available in hard-copy format, that record’s availability will be limited until further notice. Thank you for your patience during this extraordinary time.

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On June 22, 2020:
Subject: RE: New York Freedom of Information Law Request #6810

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On April 15, 2019:
Subject: New York Freedom of Information Law Request: Untitled
To Whom It May Concern:

A September 2, 2016 letter from Alphonso David (Counsel to the Governor) to Commissioner RoAnn M. Destito outlines guidelines designed to assist OGS in its implementation of Executive Order 157. In part, the letter suggests that "OGS is permitted to work with other states that have implemented similar policies related to international boycott activities, and with related outside groups, in order to more effectively utilize relevant publicly available information."

Pursuant to the New York Freedom of Information Law, I hereby request the following records:

Any communication between OGS and these "outside groups" related to OGS's implementation of executive order 157 , (From 9/2/2016 - 12/31/2018). This should include, but not be limited to communications between the Israel-American Coalition for Action and OGS.

The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.

In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.

Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter.

I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.

Sincerely,

Russel Neiss

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From: Office of General Services


From: Office of General Services

Good afternoon,

Please see the attached response to your FOIL request. This request is being sent to you in two emails.

Thank you,

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov

From: Russel Neiss

Thanks so much for this. It appears as if only one of the two email responses went through. Can you resent the second one?

Best,
Russel

From: Office of General Services

Good morning,

I just tried again, it is sending me an undelivered mail notice. The only other thing I can do is mail it to you on a disc. Can you please provide me with you mailing address.

Thank you,

Office of General Services │ FOIL Office
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 474-0571
OGS.sm.OGSFoil@ogs.ny.gov

From: Russel Neiss

MuckRock News
DEPT MR 71828
411A Highland Ave
Somerville, MA 02144-2516

Thank you!

From: Office of General Services

Attached is the determination letter that was sent regarding this matter. Since the records were too voluminous to send via email, we put them on a CD and mailed it out along with a copy of this letter. Please let us know if you do not receive this CD and we will get another one out to you asap.

Diane Wehner
FOIL Coordinator
Office of General Services │ Legal Services
36th Floor, Corning Tower, ESP, Albany, NY 12242
(518) 473-4982
www.ogs.ny.gov<http://www.ogs.ny.gov/>

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