FOIA Request to Miami University-Oxford regarding Public University FY 2024 Employee Salaries on December 5, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Buckeye Reporter to Miami University-Oxford seeking detailed records of employee compensation for the fiscal year 2024. The request was made under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., and aims to obtain the information in an electronic format.
The request specifically asks for records showing employee compensation for all individuals employed by the university during Fiscal Year 2024. The timeframe is generally understood to span from September 2024 through July 2025, although it may vary based on the university’s official fiscal definitions. If different boundaries are used, the request seeks clarification on those date ranges.
The requested data fields include Fiscal Year, Employee Name, Gender (if recorded), Age or Year of Birth (if not exempt), Date of Birth (if not exempt or limited to month/year), Employer Name, Title or Position, Department, Hire Date, Compensation Amount (base pay and any additional pay), Compensation Type (e.g., salary, hourly, stipend, bonus), and Employment Type (full-time or part-time). The request acknowledges that not all fields may be present in every record but requests all responsive records regardless of completeness. In cases where portions of a record are deemed exempt from disclosure, the request asks for non-exempt portions to be released in redacted form rather than withheld entirely.
Buckeye Reporter emphasizes its role as a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. It highlights the importance of access to public records for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Additionally, as a member of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization assisting media companies in investigating governmental agencies—the requester seeks a fee waiver typically granted to media professionals.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
