Madison Reporter

FOIA Request to Dane County Sheriff's Department regarding new recruits application form on July 29, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Dane County Sheriff's Department on July 29, 2025. The request seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits and applicants under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq. The requester is affiliated with Madison Reporter, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs.

The email highlights the importance of access to public records for media professionals in their role of holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. The requester has also mentioned their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found at this link.

The request includes a plea for a fee waiver based on the requester's status as a member of the media. This waiver is sought to facilitate the dissemination of information to the public without financial hindrance.

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.