A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Price County Election Department in Wisconsin on October 30, 2024. The request was made by The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to comprehensive and accurate news coverage of local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request sought detailed information about the methods being used by the department to count ballots in the upcoming election. If manual counting is employed, The Sconi also requested an estimate of the number of people who would be working on election night.
As a news organization, we at The Sconi are committed to holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency for our readers. Access to such public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. In light of our role in disseminating information to the public, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
The FOIA request is part of our ongoing efforts to ensure transparency and accountability in local government processes, particularly those related to elections. We await a response from the Price County Election Department and will keep our readers updated on any developments.
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