FOIA Request to Otero 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 submitted to the Otero County Sheriff’s Office by Centennial State News. The request seeks detailed records concerning the number of job applications received by the office. Specifically, it asks for data categorized by week, month, or year. Additionally, the request seeks information about the department or individual 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 this information in electronic format. As a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs comprehensively and accurately, Centennial State News emphasizes its role in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Consequently, they have requested a fee waiver due to their status as media professionals.
The sender identifies as a member of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids news media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website here.
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.
