Tri County News

FOIA Request to Darke 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 Darke County Sheriff's Office by Tri County News on August 14, 2025. The request seeks information under the Ohio Open Records Law, specifically focusing on employment-related data.

The records requested include the number of job applications received by the office, broken down by week, month, or year. Additionally, the request asks for details about which department or individual is responsible for tracking these application numbers. The aim is to obtain this information in an electronic format to facilitate reporting and analysis.

Tri County News has emphasized its role as a media organization dedicated to providing accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. They argue that access to public records is crucial for their work in holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. As such, they have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media entity.

The requestor also notes their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information 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.