(1) Copying. The council shall make copies on the council's copy equipment when doing so will not unreasonably disrupt the council's operations or cause excessive interference with other essential functions. If it is determined that making copies will disrupt the council's operations, an alternative schedule will be developed, or other arrangements for copying will be made.

(2) Fees.

(a) The council shall not impose a fee for locating documents, for making them available, or for inspection of records by the public.

(b) The council may charge up to fifteen cents per page fee for copies of public records provided.

(c) The council, at its option, shall not provide copies unless the associated fees have been paid in full prior to delivery of documents; provided that this advance payment requirement shall not apply to other government agencies or tribes or to parties or intervenors in proceedings before the council.