A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village of Chaseburg, Wisconsin on November 7, 2024. The request sought information regarding new voter registrations that took place on November 5, 2024.
As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we at SW Wisconsin News requested these records under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., preferably in electronic format.
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 a media professional.
We continue to wait for a response from the Village of Chaseburg and will keep our readers updated with any developments.