FOIA Request to Morgan County Sheriff’s Office regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
On August 14, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office by Centennial State News. The request seeks information about the number of job applications received by the office over various time frames—weekly, monthly, or yearly. Additionally, it requests details about which department or individual is responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The request was made under the Colorado Open Records Act § 24-72-201 et seq., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format. As part of their role in providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs, Centennial State News emphasizes that access to public records is crucial for holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency.
In their communication, Centennial State News also highlighted their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy. This non-profit organization assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website at 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.
