FOI #25-123 (03-24-25, 2:16 pm) - Subject - FOIA Requests
Name - Joshua Eaton
Affiliation - Hearst Connecticut Media Group
I request all records released by UConn in response to the following FOIA requests (excluding records that cannot be released to a third party under the state public records law):
I also request an explanation of any redactions to these records.
I would greatly appreciate it if UConn can release these records as they are available, rather than waiting to release any records until they all have been processed.
FOI #25-122 (03-24-25, 2:16 pm) - Subject - Detailed Expenditures of the UConn Athletic Departments
Name - Alexa Podalsky`
Affiliation - Boston University
Hello,
My name is Alexa Podalsky, a student journalist at Boston University. My partner, Erica Schwartz, and I are requesting the following data about athletics at UConn:
Any and all information detailing the spending/expenditures of UConn athletics, including but not limited to facilities, operation costs, and scholarship costs.
Please let me know if I can modify this request to better match your record-keeping and/or speed up the response. I am grateful for your assistance and want to ensure our request is efficient for everyone.
I am requesting the records in a machine-readable, electronic format on the assumption that you keep this information in a searchable and analyzable format for accessibility purposes. Files that are not accessible to screen readers include, for example, .pdf image files as well as physical documents. If the records are not available in a searchable and analyzable electronic format, I will accept them in whatever form you maintain them.
I request you waive any fees to disclose this information, as I seek this information in the public interest. I seek the records as a student journalist in the JO 521 Data Journalism class at Boston University. In the past, students from this class have reported, produced, and published statewide pieces in major publications including GBH and the Boston Globe about the racist history of the freedom trail and the impact of urban farming.
I am seeking this information for non-commercial use, as part of a routine newsgathering process. I expect to use it to prepare and publish news stories distributed to the public. I believe the records I am requesting will help the public in your state better understand the operations of your agency. If you decline to waive fees, please let me know if the cost will exceed $25.
We are requesting this data as student journalists of Boston University, and expect it to be used to benefit the public. We expect these records in an electronic, machine-readable format.
Let us know if there is anything we can do to assist you.
Thank you,
Alexa Podalsky
FOI #25-121 - Subject - UConn South Residence and Dining Hall (Internal File #23-52
Name - Hope Redding
Affiliation -
Please see below the list of contractors for whom we are seeking updated certified payroll records for work performed on the UConn South Residence and Dining Hall project. Attached is FOI letter for your use. Should you have questions and/or need anything further on our end, please let me know.
• DGI Technologies for Wk ending 8.25.24 through to the present
• Ferguson Electric for Wk ending 1.18.25 through to the present
• Ferguson Mechanical HVAC for Wk ending 1.18.25 through to the present
• Ferguson Mechanical PLUM for Wk ending 1.18.25 through to the present
• Mackenzie Painting for Wk ending 10.29.24 through to the present
FOI #25-120 (03-24-25, 10:45 am) - Subject - March Madness Confidential filming of MBB program
Name - Daniel Libit
Affiliation - Sportico
Any agreements between the university and CBS, the NCAA and/or any production company related to the filming or participation of the UConn men's basketball team in the 2025 NCAA March Madness Confidential video series.
FOI #25-119 (03-24-25, 7:33 am) - Subject - Freedom of Information Request all Files related to Employee
Name - Dan Katzbek
Affiliation -
Good morning
Please accept this note as official freedom of information request for the HR files of State of Connecticut, UConn employee Bongback "Bruce" Kwon. I am requesting electronic copies of any and all Kwon records. Special attention to any records, notes or complaints made from or reporting of Kwon: related to working condition, noise references or disputes with employees or supervisors.
FOI #25-116 (03-22-25, 4:11 pm) - Subject - UConn Athletics Current Concessions & Catering Contract / Prior RFP Results
Name - John Creedon
Affiliation - Creedon and Co., Inc.
Subject: Time-Sensitive FOIA Request – Current UConn Athletics Concessions and Catering Contract
Description of Records Requested:
Pursuant to the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act, I respectfully request a copy of the most recent fully executed contract and any amendments between the University of Connecticut and the vendor selected to provide food and beverage concessions and catering services for UConn Athletics under the current contract.
Specifically, I am requesting:
• The full contract agreement, including all amendments or extensions
• Any financial terms, such as commission rates, guaranteed payments, or capital investment requirements, marketing fund, etc.
• Any addenda outlining vendor responsibilities or exclusive rights
If available, please also include the winning proposal or scoring/selection documentation from the prior procurement process.
I am requesting these records in electronic format (PDF) and delivered via email to expedite processing. This request is time-sensitive due to an upcoming April 7, 2025 deadline to submit questions for the current RFP #CDR031925. I would be grateful for expedited review and processing if possible.
If available, please refer to the last awarded RFP or contract for athletic concessions and catering services at UConn prior to RFP #CDR031925. The scope would include venues such as Gampel Pavilion, Toscano Family Ice Forum, Joseph J. Morrone Stadium, and Elliot Ballpark. The vendor may have been Aramark, Centerplate, Sodexo, or another concessions operator.
Any email, document or communication pertaining to the case number 2024177702. Any mention of a violation of posting policies or indication of how this case was submitted and handled.
Below is my request to obtain the following public records: the most updated long-form employment contract, including all amendments, MOUs, appointment letters, raise letters and current base salary information for the following football coaches:
1. Head Coach: Jim Mora
2. Assistant Coach: Matt Brock
3. Assistant Coach: Gordon Sammis
4. Assistant Coach: Soug Shearer
5. Assistant Coach: Kenny McClendon
6. Assistant Coach: Pryce Tracy
7. Assistant Coach: Christian Pace
8. Assistant Coach: Kashif Moore
9. Assistant Coach: Antonio Wilcox
10. Assistant Coach: Cole Peterson
11. Assistant Coach: Dalton Hilliard
12. Assistant Coach: Siriki Diabate