You've found the applicable statute. It is indeed long. What exemption did the agency involved cite (as required by Section 119.07(2)(a))?

You might remind the public official who refused your request that Section 119.02 provides that:

"A public officer who knowingly violates the provisions of s. 119.07(1) is subject to suspension and removal or impeachment and, in addition, is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083."