FOIA Request to Benton County Sheriff’s Department regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
On August 14, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Benton County Sheriff’s Department in Indiana. The request seeks access to specific records under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act ยง 5-14-3-1 et seq. The information requested includes the number of job applications received by the department, categorized by week, month, or year. Additionally, it seeks details about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The request was made by Hoosier State Today, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The requester emphasized that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. Given their role in disseminating information as a member of the media, they have requested a fee waiver.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists 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: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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.
