A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village of Ironton regarding same day registered voters for the 2024 election 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 specific records requested under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., are a list of new registrations voters that registered to vote on November 5, 2024. This information is sought in electronic format for ease of analysis and reporting.
As a media organization, SW Wisconsin News plays a crucial role in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records such as these is essential for us at SW Wisconsin News to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These 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 a media professional. We eagerly await the response from the Village of Ironton and will continue our efforts in ensuring transparency in our local government's actions.
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