Great Lakes Wire

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

A request was submitted by Great Lakes Wire to the Arenac County Sheriff's Department seeking access to specific public records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act. The request specifically asks for a PDF copy of the application form used for recruits or applicants within the department. The requester emphasized that receiving this information in an electronic format would be preferable.

The request highlights the role of media professionals in gathering and reporting news to the public, underscoring the importance of access to public records for ensuring transparency and accountability within governmental institutions. The requester also noted their affiliation with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating governmental agencies and promoting transparency through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.

Great Lakes Wire has requested a fee waiver for this information, citing their status as a media organization committed to disseminating information to the public.

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.