FOIA Request to Marion Technical College regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A request has been submitted to Marion Technical College under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., by a representative of Buckeye Reporter. The request seeks specific information related to the members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees. The requested records include a current list of board members with details such as their full names, titles or positions, and terms of service. Additionally, any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the University for use in official publications or directories are requested. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are also sought.
The request emphasizes the importance of access to public records for media professionals in fulfilling their responsibilities of holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. The requester has indicated eligibility for a fee waiver due to their role as a media professional.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists news media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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