FOI #23-499 (11-5-23, 5:08 am) - Subject - Institutional Biosafety Committee documents

Name - Dan Patrone

Affiliation -

I am writing to request:


1. Copies of the minutes from the two most recent IBC meetings.

2. The IBC’s roster with biographical sketches from your most recent available annual report


This request is pursuant to Section IV-B-2-a-(7) of the NIH GUIDELINES FOR RESEARCH INVOLVING RECOMBINANT OR SYNTHETIC NUCLEIC ACID MOLECULES (NIH GUIDELINES), which states that, “Upon request, the institution shall make available to the public all Institutional Biosafety Committee meeting minutes and any documents submitted to or received from funding agencies which the latter are required to make available to the public.” (See also question 8 of the OSP ‘s FAQ here: https://osp.od.nih.gov/policies/biosafety-and-biosecurity-policy/faqs-about-ibc-meetings-and-minutes/).


I would appreciate either the requested documents or an estimated completion date to be provided before Dec 1st, 2023. If your institution collects charges that would be associated with this request, I ask that, prior to conducting the search, you please let me know this and the estimated costs.


This request is for non-commercial purposes. I will accept redactions of private or protected information

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FOI #23-498 (11-4-23, 7:21 pm) - Subject - Freedom of Information Request – Allocation of University Funds to Sports and Academics

Name - Student Student

Affiliation - UConn Daily Campus Columnist

Under the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (Conn. Gen. Stat. §1-200 et seq.), I hereby submit a request for access to and copies of records detailing the University of Connecticut's financial allocations and expenditures on sports programs, academic departments, institutions, and research facilities for the fiscal years (2010-2023)
The nature of my journalistic inquiry is grounded in the public interest, with the purpose of informing UConn students, faculty, stakeholders, and the broader community about how tuition fees and public funds are being utilized within the university. It is vital for students and their families, who invest significantly in their education, to understand where their money is going and how it is shaping the academic and athletic environment of UConn. This transparency is not only essential for accountability but also contributes to informed decision-making by prospective students and donors.
The focus of my investigation is to discern whether there is a balanced support between the university's renowned sports programs and the academic and research growth on campus, including any plans or ongoing construction of new institutions or research facilities. This analysis aims to ensure the well-rounded development of the university's offerings and resources.
To assist in this endeavor, I am requesting the following records:
Detailed annual budget reports for the specified period, showing the funding allocations to both athletic and academic programs.
Capital expenditure reports related to the construction of new sports facilities, institutions, or research facilities within the university grounds.
Strategic plans, board meeting minutes, or internal communications discussing funding priorities or changes affecting sports and academic departments, including any construction of new facilities.
Comparative financial analyses, if available, showing the trends in funding allocations between sports and academics over the specified period.
I believe that the disclosure of these records is in the public interest and will not only contribute to a better understanding of UConn's financial priorities but will also provide a vital transparency that reinforces trust and accountability in the university's stewardship of its resources.

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FOI #23-497 (11-3-23, 9:22 am) - Subject - Camera footage of vendor falling

Name - Benjamin DeVivo

Affiliation - Casella Waste Systems

Hello, On November 2nd between 6:45AM and 7 :00AM a Casella - Willimantic Waste employee was loading recyclables into the back of a truck from the inside loading area at the student union loading dock and fell between the truck and the dock due to his own actions. I don't believe the employee was following all of our safety protocols and would like to request a copy of the video to review with the driver and our safety team. The camera located inside the loading area would be best. Please give me a call if you have any questions. 860-933-7596. Thank you, Ben DeVivo

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FOI #23-496 (11-3-23, 8:53 am) - Subject - Video Surveillance

Name - Kenneth Paskowitz

Affiliation -

Our law firm is inquiring if there are any surveillance videos available regarding a motor vehicle accident which occurred on 10/23/2023 at the UCONN Health Center, 263 Farmington Avenue in Farmington. The accident occurred in Garage #3, right side of the main building at approximately noon. There were no police.

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FOI #23-495 - Subject - Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services

Name - Joel Shroades

Affiliation - SmartProcure

SmartProcure is requesting an electronic copy of the contract pertaining to the following information.
University of Connecticut Health Center – PO634177 – CDIS Services Rider to the Master Services Agr – Vendor name - Maxim Healthcare Staffing Services - Issued 8/03/2023

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FOI #23-494 (11-1-23, 8:42 am) - Subject - Contract/Record Request

Name - Joel Shroades

Affiliation - SmartProcure

Requesting the current or active contract in place between the vendor VanillaSoft and the university.

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FOI #23-493 (10-31-23, 1:41 pm) - Subject - Coventry Boathouse Upgrades Project

Name - Andrew Schroder

Affiliation - Self

I am requesting electronic copies of all design drawings/plans (civil, architectural, etc.) and studies completed (traffic, environmental, etc.) to date for the Coventry Boathouse Upgrades Project, however preliminary the plans/studies may be. Subject project is located at 124 Lake Street in Coventry, CT. Thank you in advance for your time.

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FOI #23-492 (10-31-23, 11:18 am) - Subject - photos, videos, dash and/or body cam footage pertaining to incident on August 29, 2023.

Name - Tracy Caristinos

Affiliation - Levy, Leff & DeFrank, P.C.

Our client was walking from the parking lot to UCONN Health, 200 Academic Way, Farmington, CT when he was struck by a motor vehicle in the crosswalk. See Police Report #2300062737

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FOI #23-491 - Subject - Personnel File

Name - Jennifer Mellon

Affiliation -

Copies of the internal affairs and personnel files of Sergeant Marc Hanna.

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FOI #23-490 - Subject - Central Utility Plant Boiler Replacement project #300151

Name - Hope Redding

Affiliation -

We are seeking additional certified payroll records on the UConn’s Central Utility Plant Boiler Replacement project #300151, located at 240 Glenbrook Road, Storrs CT. I've updated and attached our FOIA letter for your records. At your convenience, please provide certified payrolls submitted by the contractors listed below for the dates indicated. We can continue to accept the responsive records electrically. If you have questions or need anything further on our end, please let me know.
• Environmental Testing & Balancing for Wk ending 9.3.23 through to the present
• Ferguson Electric for Wk ending 8.19.23 through to the present
• Ferguson Mechanical for Wk ending 8.12.23 through to the present
• Sullivan Benson for Wk ending 8.19.23 through to the present

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