FOIA Request to College of Southern Idaho regarding University Board Member Information on October 22, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the College of Southern Idaho by Magic Valley Times, a media organization dedicated to delivering accurate news on local governmental affairs. The request, sent on October 22, 2025, seeks specific records under the Idaho Public Records Act § 74-101 et seq., with a preference for electronic format delivery.
The requested records include a current list of members of the University’s governing board or board of trustees. This list should detail each member’s full name, title or position, and term of service. Additionally, the request asks for any official headshots, portraits, or photographs maintained by the University for use in official publications, directories, or on its website. Furthermore, any official biographies or biographical summaries prepared or maintained by the University are sought. These may include those used for press releases, board directories, or public profiles.
Magic Valley Times emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for fulfilling its professional responsibilities in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency to the public. As part of their role in disseminating information to the public and being affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization aiding media companies in investigating governmental agencies—the requester has asked for a fee waiver typically available to media professionals.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
