Great Lakes Wire

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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Alger County Sheriff's Department by Great Lakes Wire, a media organization dedicated to local governmental affairs. The request, sent on July 29, 2025, seeks access to a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits and applicants within the department. This request is made under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act § 15.231 et seq., with a preference for receiving the document in electronic format.

The requestor emphasizes their role as a member of the media, highlighting the importance of access to public records in ensuring transparency and accountability within public institutions. As part of their professional duties, they seek a fee waiver typically available to media professionals.

Additionally, it is noted that 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 FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.

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.