FOIA Request to Union County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
A request for public records was sent to the Union County Sheriff’s Office by Central Ohio Today, a media organization dedicated to local governmental affairs. The request, submitted under the Ohio Open Records Law, seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits and applicants at the sheriff’s office.
The email emphasizes the importance of access to public records for media professionals in fulfilling their responsibilities of holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The sender has requested that the information be provided in electronic format and has also asked for a fee waiver, citing their role as a member of the media.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids news media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization 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.
