University of Michigan Bylaw 5.09 and Dr. Bradley Foerster — Dr. Foerster Requests a Medically Supported 10-Day Extension; President Schlissel Declines: “I Cannot Modify That Bylaw” (2019)

Medical Extension Request Following the Presidential Determination

On June 17, 2019, University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel issued his determination in Dr. Bradley Foerster's Bylaw 5.09 proceeding and provided a limited period for Dr. Foerster to submit written comments before the matter proceeded to the Board of Regents.

The following day, June 18, 2019, Dr. Foerster requested the SACUA written comments concerning the Review Committee's reports and a 10-day extension of time to prepare his response.

Dr. Foerster explained that he had reinjured his back, was experiencing significant pain, and was taking narcotic medication prescribed by his physician. He attached supporting medical documentation with the request.

President Schlissel's Response

On June 20, 2019, President Schlissel provided the requested SACUA material but declined the requested extension.

President Schlissel stated that the time for submitting comments was established by Regents’ Bylaw 5.09 and wrote:

“I cannot modify that Bylaw.”

The records reproduced below document Dr. Foerster's medically supported request for additional time and President Schlissel's response.

Exhibit 1 — June 18, 2019 Medical Extension Request

Dr. Foerster's June 18, 2019 letter requesting the SACUA written comments and a 10-day extension, with supporting medical documentation, is reproduced below.

Exhibit 2 — June 20, 2019 President Schlissel Response

President Schlissel's June 20, 2019 response providing the requested SACUA material and stating “I cannot modify that Bylaw” is reproduced below.

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Brad Foerster, MD PhD

Brad Foerster is a FOIA advocate documenting requests, transparency disputes, and accountability investigations involving public agencies, universities, police oversight, and Russia-Gate related inquiries. His work compiles original documents, timelines, and analysis of public records and institutional responses. Brad is also a board-certified radiologist, author of Town & Gown, and has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles. Brad lives in Potomac, Maryland with his family and is a member of the Montgomery County Medical Society and the Takoma Park U.S. & World History Book Club.