FAQs

1. ​Open Records information from the following link:

   http://www.co.berks.pa.us/Dept/Commissioners/Pages/CountyOpenRecordsOffice.aspx

2. What are the guidelines for commenting at a public meeting?

   Please review the Public Comment Policy passed by the Board of Commissioners on March 6, 2008 by Resolution No. 73-08.

   Public Comment Policy – see attached document

3. What is the policy when the County declares liberal leave?

   Please review the Liberal Leave Policy which can be found in the County of Berks Employee Handbook.

   Liberal Leave Policy – see attached document

4. NACo Prescription Discount Cards – Please call 610-478-6136 for more information or for a free prescription discount card to use at a participating retail pharmacy for savings on prescription medicine not covered by insurance.

5. Where can I find information if I am interested in serving on one of the County’s Advisory Boards?

   The Commissioners appoint members to a variety of advisory boards throughout the County. There are different requirements for each board. Please call 610-478-6136 for information on specific boards or to see if there are openings for any boards. We do ask for a resume to be submitted to the Commissioners if someone is interested in serving on a board. Please see the following list of boards and their meeting schedules.

   List of Public Meetings for Advisory Boards – see attached document.