FOIA Request to Custer County Sheriff’s Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
A request was submitted to the Custer County Sheriff’s Office by Southeast Montana News under the Montana Public Records Act § 2-6-1001 et seq. The request seeks information on two specific areas: the number of job applications received by week, month, or year, and the identification of the department or person responsible for tracking these applications. The request emphasizes a preference for receiving this information in electronic format.
The Southeast Montana News, represented by its affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, underscores its commitment to transparency and accountability in governmental affairs. As part of their professional duties, they argue that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. They also highlight their eligibility for a fee waiver due to their role as media professionals.
The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy is a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More details about their mission can be found on their website at 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.
