FOIA Request to Pasco County Sheriff’s Office regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
A request for public records was sent to the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office by a news reporter from Sunshine Sentinel. The request seeks information under Article I, section 24 of the Florida Constitution, and chapter 119, F.S., specifically asking for two sets of data.
Firstly, the request asks for the number of job applications received by the office, categorized by week, month, or year. This data is intended to provide insight into employment trends within the department over time. Secondly, it requests details about which department or individual is responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The requester emphasized their role as a member of the media in gathering and reporting news to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency. They also mentioned their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies in investigating governmental agencies using 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.
