A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village of Linden regarding new voter registrations on November 7, 2024. The request was made by SW Wisconsin News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The specific records requested under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., were for a list of new voters who registered to vote on November 5, 2024. This information is crucial in ensuring transparency in our electoral process and understanding the dynamics of voter participation in our democracy.
As members of the media at SW Wisconsin News, we 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 will continue to follow up on this request and provide updates as they become available. We encourage any individuals with questions or concerns about this request to reach out directly.
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