FOIA Request to Muskegon 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 Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office by a representative from the Muskegon Sun. The request seeks access to specific records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act § 15.231 et seq., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The records requested include data on the number of job applications received by the sheriff’s office, categorized by week, month, or year. Additionally, information is sought about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The requester, affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating governmental agencies—has emphasized the importance of accessing public records for media professionals. This access is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The requester has also indicated eligibility for a fee waiver due to their role in disseminating information as part of a media organization.
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.
