FOIA Request to Glades County Sheriff’s Office regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.
The Sunshine Sentinel has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Glades County Sheriff’s Office. The request seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting applicants. This request is made under Article I, section 24 of the Florida Constitution and chapter 119, F.S., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The Sunshine Sentinel, as part of its commitment to comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, emphasizes the importance of access to public records. Such access is deemed essential for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency for the public. In line with this mission, the Sunshine Sentinel has requested a fee waiver, citing its role as a media organization involved in disseminating information.
Additionally, the requestor is affiliated 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 details 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.
