FOIA Request to Treasure County Sheriff’s Office regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
On August 14, 2025, Southeast Montana News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Treasure County Sheriff’s Office in Montana. The request seeks specific records under the Montana Public Records Act § 2-6-1001 et seq., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The requested records include two main items: First, the number of job applications received by the office categorized by week, month, or year. Second, details about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers. This request aims to ensure transparency and accountability within public institutions by providing insights into employment processes at the sheriff’s office.
Southeast Montana News emphasizes its role as a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The requestor also highlights their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA requests. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
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.
