Is the location of personnel documents relevant in determining whether they need to be disclosed when someone requests his/her personnel file?

No. The term "personnel record" is defined by law. We cannot exempt a document from disclosure merely by not placing it in a person's department or central university personnel file. If a document falls within the definition of "personnel record," which is quite broad, then it must be disclosed to the employee upon request, regardless of its physical location. Further questions about personnel files should be directed to GC and Human Resources Records at 330-672-2901.