The director designates the public records officers in charge of our public records. These persons must be located in our main administrative offices. Public records officers are responsible for:

(1) Implementing our rules regarding the release of public records;

(2) Coordinating the staff of the commission in this regard;

(3) Maintaining, keeping current, and publishing an index of all agency records as chapter 42.56 RCW requires; and

(4) Generally insuring staff complies with chapter 42.56 RCW.