FOIA Request to Zane State College regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to Zane State College on October 22, 2025, by Buckeye Reporter. The request seeks specific records under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., and aims to enhance transparency concerning the college’s governing board.
The request includes a current list of members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees. This list should contain each member’s full name, title or position, and term of service. Additionally, any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the University for use in official publications, directories, or on the University’s website are requested. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are sought. These documents may include those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
Buckeye Reporter emphasizes its role in gathering and reporting news to the public as part of its commitment to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency. As a media professional involved in disseminating information to the public, Buckeye Reporter requests a fee waiver for accessing these records.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
