FOIA Request to Seminole County Sheriff’s Department regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Seminole County Sheriff’s Department by a representative from the Sunshine Sentinel, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request seeks specific records under Article I, section 24 of the Florida Constitution, and chapter 119, F.S., preferably in electronic format.
The requested information includes two main points: first, the number of job applications received by the department categorized by week, month, or year; second, details about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers. The requester emphasizes that access to these public records is crucial for their role in providing transparency and holding public institutions accountable.
The requester also mentions their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website here.
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.
