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FOI #26-279 - Subject - FOIA Request, Emp. Contract.
Name - April Koepf
Affiliation -
Pursuant to applicable authority, I am writing to request copies of the following "Documents" for the athletic department staff listed below:
* Current employment contract and salary (Letter of intent, form agreement, or applicable document / record which shows annual compensation and start/end date of employment) as well as any pertinent amendments. If an employee does not have a formal written agreement, please provide (ideally in a spreadsheet or table format): Name, Compensation, and Start/End Date (or write "At Will" if applicable).
I am only seeking the documents listed above that were signed or executed in the past 6 months. If no document exists in that window, please provide their annual salary as of April 1, 2026.
- Giselle Juarez-Presley
- Katie Polk
- Jamelle Elliott
Under your state public records law, I am seeking the following university records:
1. The NCAA financial disclosure document submitted by the athletics department to the NCAA each January for reporting year 2025.
2. The most recently signed contracts and any supporting documents or addendums for all employees affiliated with the football program for the 2026 season including, but not limited to, the head coach, offensive coordinator, defensive coordinator, and general managers. contract signed by the head football coach and any supporting documents.
I would like to receive these records in electronic format, i.e. via email.
Thank you in advance for your prompt response to this request.
FOI #26-277 (04-17-26, 2:25 pm) - Subject - Facilities/Construction
Name - Daniel GORKA
Affiliation - Coventry Historical Society, Inc.
1) All engineering reports, conditions surveys, and code compliance audits related to the existing 11,000 SF building at 44 Lake Street, Coventry, CT.
2) The full Phase I and/or Phase II Archaeological Investigation report for Site 32-85 and the surrounding parcel at 44 Lake Street, Coventry, CT, originally completed as part of the dam and site improvement project.
1. The complete necropsy/autopsy report including all pages
2. All gross findings documentation
3. All histopathology results, including any pending results
4. All serology results, including the pending Pseudorabies gB ELISA test
5. Any photographs taken during the examination
6. Any written communications between UConn CVMDL and NECCOG Animal Control regarding this animal or this case
7. An additional testing ordered, performed, or pending
8. All intake paperwork and submission forms submitted by NECCOG
9. Any records identifying the age of the animal as reported by NECCOG
University Communications C/O Public Records Administration 34 North Eagleville Road, U-3144 Storrs, CT 06269
Dear Sir or Madam,
Under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act § 1-200 et seq., I am requesting an opportunity to inspect or obtain copies of public records that pertain to the arrest on University of Connecticut property of Edi Rapo and any police reports pertaining to the passing of University of Connecticut junior Jafar Karzoun.
Specifically, I am looking for:
1) Any and all police reports documenting the arrest of Edi Rapo by UConn Police on or around April 23, 2010.
2) Any arrest warrant served on Edi Rapo.
3) Any and all body camera, dash camera or surveillance video having to do with the arrest of Edi Rapo.
4) Any and all audio recordings made in relation to the arrest of Edi Rapo
5) Any and all search warrants or other warrants served by UConn Police Department on Edi Rapo prior and following his arrest.
6) Any and all police reports regarding the altercation between Edi Rapo and Jafar Karzoun as well as reports regarding the University of Connecticut's students or its faculty, from between April 23 2010 to May 23 2010.
7) Any and all communication between school administrators about the arrest of Edi Rapo following his arrest on or about April 23, 2010.
If there are any fees for searching or copying these records, please inform me if the cost will exceed $10. However, I would also like to request a waiver of all fees in that
the disclosure of the requested information is in the public interest. This information is not being sought for commercial purposes.
The Connecticut Freedom of Information Act requires a response within four business days. If access to the records I am requesting will take longer, please contact me with information about when I might expect copies or the ability to inspect the requested records.
If you deny any or all of this request, please cite each specific exemption you feel justifies the refusal to release the information and notify me of the appeal procedures available to me under the law.
FOI #26-274 (04-16-26, 6:53 am) - Subject - security vendors
Name - Woo Park
Affiliation - The Data Branch
The Data Branch is hereby submitting a public records request for contracts and procurement records related to specific physical security vendors.
Scope of Request
We are requesting all executed contracts, agreements, purchase orders, and related procurement documents for products or services purchased from any of the following vendors or their authorized resellers, for the period January 1, 2022 to present:
Rhombus Systems
Eagle Eye Networks
Avigilon Alta / Motorola Solutions
Brivo
Genetec
We are seeking records that reflect the pricing structure of any such engagement, including per-unit costs, subscription or licensing terms, and implementation fees.
Requested Records (if readily accessible)
Please include any of the following that your agency maintains:
Executed contracts, master service agreements, or order forms
Purchase orders referencing the above vendors
RFP or solicitation documents, including vendor responses and evaluation materials
Task orders issued against cooperative purchasing agreements (e.g., Sourcewell, NASPO, OMNIA, or state contract vehicles)
Preferred Format & Delivery
We understand recordkeeping systems vary across districts. We are fully willing to receive:
Spreadsheet exports (preferred)
PDF or Word documents
Standard ERP or finance system reports
Any summary-level purchasing records your district already maintains
Commercial Nature & Flexibility
This request is for commercial research purposes. We are happy to comply with all applicable district policies and procedures and are willing to narrow, clarify, or adjust the request to make fulfillment easier for your office.
Contact Information
Email - foia@thedatabranch.com
Phone - (302) 585-3132
Address - 1111B S Governors Ave STE, Dover, DE
We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to your prompt response. Please confirm receipt of this request and provide an estimated date for the delivery of the requested records.
FOI #26-273 (04-15-26, 10:20 am) - Subject - Student Union Custodial Contracts
Name -
Affiliation -
Hello,
Under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act § 1-200 et seq., I am requesting an opportunity to inspect or obtain copies of emails or other documents pertaining to contracts for custodial services in the Student Union.
The Connecticut Freedom of Information Act requires a response within four business days. If access to the records I am requesting will take longer, please contact me with information about when I might expect copies or the ability to inspect the requested records.
If you deny any or all of this request, please cite each specific exemption you feel justifies the refusal to release the information and notify me of the appeal procedures available to me under the law.
FOI #26-272 (04-15-26, 10:20 am) - Subject - Past prices for printing your magazine
Name - Ed Luberda
Affiliation - none
We are asking for history on the referenced project below. Please email the bidders) along with the previous Award of Contract specifying who won this project whenever it was last bid upon... This is for reference only. The bid has not opened yet.
We are asking for the bid results the last time this referenced bid was actually bid upon. For example if this was last bid upon 12 months ago then that is the information we are requesting.
Bid Title: Print UConn Magazine
Bid due date: 4-22-26 Past results please, not the current bid.
FOI #26-271 (04-15-26, 10:20 am) - Subject - Athletic Department
Name - Isaac Hallock
Affiliation - Student
1. A copy of the university's most recent clothing contract with Nike.
2. A copy of Coach Dan Hurley's most recent coaching contract with the university.
FOI #26-270 - Subject - Event Communications (Feb 1–Present)
Name - Student Student
Affiliation -
Pursuant to the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act, I am requesting all emails and electronic communications from February 1, 2025, to present involving Cynthia Costanzo and Isaac Barber related to Turning Point USA, Turning Point UConn, Riley Gaines, Shane Winnings, or any planned or proposed events involving these speakers.
This request includes emails between these individuals, emails between these individuals and UConn Police or Public Safety, and any internal discussions regarding event approval, denial, modification, or relocation.
This request also includes any communications referencing “safety concerns,” “outdoor events,” or “event restrictions.”
Please include all attachments and any referenced documents.