Public Records Request

Requests Under the Public Information Act

Requests submitted under the Public Information Act are handled by the City Secretary. Requests can be submitted by mail, fax, email, online using the Public Information Request Form, or in person, and must be in writing.

For Police Department Public Information Requests, see information below or email pdrecords@cityofmelissa.com.

All requests should include enough description and detail about the information requested to enable the City to accurately identify and locate the information requested.

Crash Reports

If you are requesting a copy of a Texas Peace Officer's Crash Report, you do not need to submit a Public Information Request. For more information, visit the Crash Reports page.

Body-Worn Camera Footage

To request body-worn camera footage, you must fill out the Authorization Form in addition to the Public Records Request Form.

Submit Requests

To submit an electronic request, complete the City of Melissa Public Records Request Form.

Requests by Mail

Please send requests by mail to:
City Secretary
City of Melissa
3411 Barker Avenue
Melissa, Texas 75454

In Person

Requests delivered in person should be delivered to the City Secretary's Office in the 2nd Floor Administration Suite of Melissa City Hall located at 3411 Barker Avenue and may be submitted Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.