FOIA Request to University of Maine at Machias regarding university board member information on October 22, 2025.
The Down East Times has submitted a request under the Maine Freedom of Access Act to the University of Maine at Machias. The request seeks a comprehensive list of records related to the university’s governing board or board of trustees. Specifically, the requested information includes:
1. A current list of members of the university’s governing board or board of trustees, detailing each member’s full name, title or position, and term of service.
2. Any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the university for use in official publications, directories, or on the university’s website.
3. Any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the university, including those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
The request emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for media professionals to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency. As part of this process, Down East Times has also requested a fee waiver citing their role as a media organization committed to disseminating information to the public.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this organization can be found on their website.
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.
