A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village of Genoa City, Wisconsin, on November 7, 2024. The request was made by Whitewater Times, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request specifically asked for a list of new voters who registered to vote on November 5, 2024. This information is sought under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., with a preference for electronic format delivery.
As members of the media at Whitewater Times, we are involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. 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 media professionals.
We will continue to follow this story closely and provide updates as they become available. We appreciate the cooperation of the Village of Genoa City in helping us ensure that our readers are informed about important civic matters such as voter registration.
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