Active records are those referred to frequently. A document or records containing specific information about the project that may have historical significance, i.e., reports, studies, proposals, correspondence, etc. The retention period or length of time records are to be kept. A records storage facility operated by the National Archives and Records Administration for storing and servicing noncurrent records.
Storage is free of cost.
Records determined to have historical significance warranting permanent preservation. In accordance with the Privacy Act, the procedure for protecting the rights of individuals when sensitive records are involved. All papers, maps, photographs, or other documentary material, regardless of physical form or characteristic, created during theconduct of business. A record created by an office is considered the official copy. All other copies are non-records.