Hi Jeremy,
Thank you so much for the update — I truly appreciate your time and the
City’s efforts to review the request.
I did want to follow up with a quick clarification so I can better
understand the “no additional responsive records” determination.
Last year, Public Works (specifically Sean McCarthy) informed me in writing
that an investigation was being performed regarding the broken storm drain
and pipe in the right-of-way adjacent to my property, and that this
investigation took precedence over the open sinkholes/ROW subsidence ticket
(PW Ticket #4800069). That repair ticket will reach the one-year mark next
week and has not been repaired.
Because the investigation was referenced directly by Public Works, I wanted
to kindly ask whether the City could help me understand:
1.
Whether that investigation was completed;
2.
If so, whether any records, notes, photos, or internal communications
were created as part of it; and
3.
If the investigation produced no documents at all, whether a brief
written “no-records” statement can be provided so I understand the outcome
clearly.
I’m not seeking to challenge the City’s response — I’m simply trying to
reconcile the written statement that an investigation was underway with the
indication that no responsive records exist. Any clarification you can
provide would be extremely helpful and very much appreciated.
Thank you again for your continued assistance and patience. I sincerely
appreciate everyone’s time.
Warm regards,
Sarah Zeeman
On Mon, Dec 15, 2025 at 11:26 AM Jeremy T. Berry <JBerry@cglawfirm.com>
wrote:
> Good morning. The City staff has confirmed that there are no additional
> responsive records other than what the City has previously produced.
>
>
>
> Thanks,
> Jeremy
>
>
>
>
>
> *Jeremy Berry | Partner*
>
> *CHILIVIS GRUBMAN*
>
> 1834 Independence Square | Atlanta, Georgia 30338
>
> Main: 404.233.4171 | Direct: 404.262.6507 | Cell: 404.798.6961| E: *jberry@cglawfirm.com
> <jberry@cglawfirm.com>*
>
>
>
> *From:* Sarah Zeeman <szeeman@gmail.com>
> *Sent:* Monday, December 15, 2025 9:51 AM
> *To:* Jeremy T. Berry <JBerry@cglawfirm.com>
> *Cc:* Loretta Watts <loretta.watts@brookhavenga.gov>; Sandra Bryant <
> sandra.bryant@brookhavenga.gov>;
> 8d99691d-f82b-430b-8bbb-9dc48d1c7365.BrookhavenGA@request.justfoia.com;
> BrookhavenGA@request.justfoia.com
> *Subject:* Re: Your Open Records Act requests to the City of Brookhaven
>
>
>
> Hi Jeremy, Loretta, and Sandra,
>
> I hope you’re all doing well and having a good start to the week.
>
> I was looking to send a follow-up regarding the supplemental materials for
> PRR-499-2025 and PRR-647-2025. Thank you again for your message last Monday
> and for confirming that the City is working to respond based on the
> clarifications I provided — I truly appreciate your help.
>
> I also noticed that our correspondence continued on a new thread, so I am
> copying the original Open Records request address here to keep the record
> complete and ensure everything remains documented adequately under the same
> request numbers.
>
> Because the three-business-day period outlined under the Open Records Act
> has now passed, I would like to check in to see whether there is an update
> available or if there is anything further you need from me to assist with
> the search.
>
> My goal is simply to receive the responsive records so that this request
> can be resolved smoothly. If additional time is needed, please feel free to
> let me know — even a brief status update or a written no-records
> determination would be very helpful.
>
> If the supplemental production cannot be completed, I was reading that the
> ORA would require me to request assistance through the Attorney General’s
> Open Government Mediation Program, though I am truly hopeful we can
> complete the request directly and collaboratively.
>
> Thank you again for your time and assistance. I truly appreciate it and
> look forward to hearing from you.
>
> Warm regards,
> Sarah Zeeman
>
>
>
> On Mon, Dec 8, 2025 at 1:45 PM Jeremy T. Berry <JBerry@cglawfirm.com>
> wrote:
>
> Sarah, good afternoon. I apologize for the delay responding. The City
> will work to respond to your Open Records Act request per your revision and
> explanation below.
>
>
>
> Just a note, you cite to OCGA § 50-18-72(h) but that subsection of the
> statute does not exist. Perhaps you are referring to § 50-18-71(d) about
> exemptions. The City does not have an obligation to create a privilege log
> under the Open Records Act.
>
>
>
> Thanks,
>
> Jeremy
>
>
>
>
>
> *Jeremy Berry | Partner*
>
> *CHILIVIS GRUBMAN*
>
> 1834 Independence Square | Atlanta, Georgia 30338
>
> Main: 404.233.4171 | Direct: 404.262.6507 | Cell: 404.798.6961| E: *jberry@cglawfirm.com
> <jberry@cglawfirm.com>*
>
>
>
> *From:* Sarah Zeeman <szeeman@gmail.com>
> *Sent:* Tuesday, December 2, 2025 2:57 PM
> *To:* Jeremy T. Berry <JBerry@cglawfirm.com>
> *Cc:* Loretta Watts <loretta.watts@brookh