FOIA Request to Washington County Sheriff’s Office regarding the number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
A request under the Pennsylvania Right to Know Law was sent by Keystone Today to the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. The request seeks information about the number of job applications received by the office, broken down by week, month, or year. Additionally, it inquires about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The request emphasizes the importance of accessing public records for media professionals who are tasked with holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. Keystone Today has also requested a fee waiver based on their role as a media organization.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, 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 this coalition can be found on their website at Stop Secrecy.
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.
