A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village of Glenbeulah regarding new voter registrations on November 7, 2024. The request was made by EC Wisconsin News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
In the request, EC Wisconsin News asked for a list of voters who registered to vote on November 5, 2024. This information is being sought under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., with a preference for electronic format delivery.
As members of the media, we at EC Wisconsin News 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 remain open for any questions or clarifications needed regarding this request.
