A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Monroe County Election Department in Wisconsin on October 30, 2024. The request was made by The Sconi, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request sought specific details about the methods used by the department for counting ballots in the upcoming elections. Specifically, it asked for information on whether the counting process is manual or automated. If manual, the department was requested to provide an estimated number of people who would be working on election night.
As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions, we at The Sconi believe that understanding these processes is essential. We rely on access to such public records to fulfill our professional responsibilities and bring important information to light for our readers.
In accordance with Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., we have requested these records preferably in electronic format. As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, we have also requested a fee waiver for this information.
We eagerly await a response from the Monroe County Election Department and will continue to strive towards keeping our readers informed about local government operations.
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