FOIA Request to Washington County Sheriff’s Department regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to delivering thorough and precise news coverage on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Washington County Sheriff’s Department. The request, sent on August 14, 2025, seeks specific records under the Wisconsin Open Records Law.
The request aims to obtain data concerning the number of job applications received by the department. It specifies that this information should be broken down by week, month, or year. Additionally, The Sconi is seeking details about which department or individual within the Sheriff’s Department is responsible for tracking these application numbers.
As part of their role in reporting news to the public and ensuring transparency within public institutions, The Sconi has requested these records in an electronic format. They have also indicated their eligibility for a fee waiver due to their status as a media organization. This aligns with their mission of holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website here.
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.
