A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Town of Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, on November 7, 2024. The request was made by Madison Reporter, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The specific information requested pertains to new voter registrations that occurred on November 5, 2024. The request was made under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., with a preference for receiving the records in an electronic format.
As members of the media, we at Madison Reporter are engaged in gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is vital for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
In light of our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals. We await a response from the Town of Blue Mounds regarding this request and will continue to keep our readers informed about developments related to this matter.
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