A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village of Friendship in Wisconsin on November 7, 2024. The request, made by SC Wisconsin News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, sought details about new voter registrations.
Specifically, SC Wisconsin News requested a list of voters who registered on Election Day – November 5, 2024. This information is crucial for our ongoing reporting and analysis of the election process and outcomes.
As a media organization, we believe that access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. We have therefore asked for a fee waiver as a media professional under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq.
We will continue to keep you updated as we receive more information regarding this request.
