FOIA Request to Village of Bell Center Regarding New Voter Registrations on November 7, 2024. The request was made by SW Wisconsin News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The records requested under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., were specifically for a list of new voters who registered to vote on November 5, 2024. This information is crucial in understanding the dynamics of voter registration and participation in the electoral process.
As members of the media, we at SW Wisconsin News are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals. We look forward to receiving these records promptly so that we can continue our work in informing the public about important civic matters.
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