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

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Fulton County Sheriff's Office by NW Ohio Times on July 29, 2025. The request seeks a PDF copy of the application form used for recruiting applicants. This request is made under the Ohio Open Records Law, §149.43 et seq., and the requester has expressed a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.

The request emphasizes the role of media in ensuring transparency and accountability within public institutions. As members of NW Ohio Times, we are committed to providing comprehensive news coverage on local governmental affairs. Access to such public records is deemed essential for fulfilling our professional responsibilities. In line with this, we have requested a fee waiver as media professionals.

Additionally, it is noted that the requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government actions through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found at 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.