FOIA Request to Miami County Sheriff’s Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Miami County Sheriff’s Office by Hoosier State Today, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request seeks records under the Indiana Access to Public Records Act ยง 5-14-3-1 et seq., specifically asking for data on the number of job applications received by week, month, or year. Additionally, it requests information on the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The requester, representing Hoosier State Today, emphasized the importance of accessing public records in order to fulfill their professional responsibilities as members of the media. They argue that such access is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. In light of their role in disseminating information, they have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.
Furthermore, the requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids news media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about this coalition can be found at 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.
