Minnesota State Wire

FOIA Request to Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.

A request for public records has been submitted to the Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College by Minnesota State Wire, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request, made under the Minnesota Data Practices Act § 13.01 et seq., seeks several specific pieces of information related to the college's governing board or board of trustees.

The requested information 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 its website are requested. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are sought after. These could include 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 fulfill their role in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The requester has also indicated eligibility for a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional.

The individual submitting this request 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 details about this organization can be found at this link.

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.