FOIA Request to Broward County Sheriff’s Office regarding number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Broward County Sheriff’s Office by Sunshine Sentinel, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request seeks specific records related to job applications received by the office.
The requested information includes the number of job applications received, categorized by week, month, or year. Additionally, the request asks for details about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers. The requester has emphasized a preference for receiving this data in an electronic format.
The purpose of this request is to aid in news gathering and reporting activities aimed at holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Sunshine Sentinel is part of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.

