The basic function of the Freedom of Information Act is to ensure informed citizens, vital to the functioning of a democratic society.... More… The basic function of the Freedom of Information Act is to ensure informed citizens, vital to the functioning of a democratic society. Before making a request, first see if the information is already publicly available. If the information you want is not publicly available, you can submit a FOIA request. Please complete the following FOIA form and submit to the Livingston County Health Department. FOIA request fees: 1st 50 pages are free, then a charge of $.10 per page for every page thereafter. If request is for pages to be put in electronic format, there will be a charge for the flash drive.Less…