A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Town of Webster in Wisconsin, requesting details regarding new voter registrations that occurred on November 5, 2024. The request was sent on November 7, 2024.
As part of our commitment at SW Wisconsin News to provide comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, we have sought this information under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq. We have requested that the information be provided in an electronic format for ease of access and analysis.
The data pertaining to new voter registrations is crucial for our ongoing coverage of the recent elections. Access to public records such as these allows us to fulfill our professional responsibilities which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We believe that as a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we are eligible for a fee waiver for this request. This belief is grounded in our role in disseminating important information to the public.
We await a response from the Town of Webster and will keep our readers updated with any developments.
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