Buckeye Reporter

FOIA Request to Wood 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 Wood County Sheriff's Office by Buckeye Reporter, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs. The request seeks records under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., specifically requesting data on the number of job applications received by week, month, or year. Additionally, the request asks for information about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.

The request emphasizes the importance of access to public records for media professionals in fulfilling their role of holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. 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 government actions through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

Buckeye Reporter has requested this information in electronic format and has asked for a fee waiver due to their status as a media professional. They have expressed willingness to address any questions regarding this request.

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.