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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

FOIA request sent to Marathon County Sheriff's Department regarding job applications on August 14, 2025

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Chad Billeb, Sheriff at Marathon County | https://www.linkedin.com/

Chad Billeb, Sheriff at Marathon County | https://www.linkedin.com/

FOIA Request to Marathon 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 Marathon County Sheriff's Department in Wisconsin by The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. The request, dated August 14, 2025, seeks specific records under the Wisconsin Open Records Law.

The request asks for information about the number of job applications received by the department. It specifies that this data should be broken down by week, month, or year. Additionally, it requests details about which department or individual is responsible for tracking these application numbers. The Sconi has expressed a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.

The requestor has also indicated their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. This affiliation is highlighted as part of their commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions.

The Sconi has requested a fee waiver for this FOIA request, citing their role as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. They emphasize that access to such public records is crucial for fulfilling their responsibilities of holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency.

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.

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