FOIA Request to Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Department regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Kewaunee County Sheriff’s Department by The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request, sent on August 14, 2025, seeks specific records under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., preferably in electronic format.
The request asks for detailed information on the number of job applications received by the department over various time periods—weekly, monthly, or annually. Additionally, it seeks to identify the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The requester emphasizes their role as a member of the media in gathering and reporting news to the public. They highlight that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Furthermore, they request a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
The email also notes that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found at this link.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
