A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village of Browntown regarding new voter registrations on November 7, 2024. The Southern Wisconsin Times, a media organization committed to comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, made the request.
The request specifically asked for a list of voters who registered to vote on November 5, 2024. As stated in the email, access to public records is essential for the Southern Wisconsin Times to fulfill its professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
As a member of the media involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, the Southern Wisconsin Times believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq.
The organization has expressed its commitment towards ensuring that all processes related to elections are transparent and open for scrutiny. This move is part of their broader effort to promote accountability and transparency in local government affairs.
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