Dupage Policy Journal

FOIA Request to DuPage County Sheriff's Office regarding number of applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the DuPage County Sheriff's Office in Illinois on August 14, 2025. The request seeks information concerning the number of job applications received by the office over different time periods—weekly, monthly, or yearly. Additionally, it requests details about the department or individual responsible for tracking these application numbers.

The request was made by a representative from the DuPage Policy Journal, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. The requester emphasized that access to public records is crucial for fulfilling professional duties such as holding public institutions accountable and ensuring transparency. In line with this mission, they requested a fee waiver, citing their role as a media professional.

Furthermore, the requester 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/.

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.