A council member asks a city manager to delay releasing a public records request until after an upcoming election. What is the most ethical response?
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A
Comply with the delay to maintain a good relationship with the council
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B
Release the records according to legal timelines regardless of political timing
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C
Consult with the city attorney and then release on the legal deadline
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D
Ask the requestor to voluntarily withdraw and resubmit after the election