A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Rusk County Election Department in Wisconsin on October 30, 2024. The request was made by us at The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request seeks detailed information about the methods used by the department for counting ballots during elections. Specifically, we asked for a list of methods employed by the department for this purpose. In cases where manual counting is utilized, we requested an estimated number of individuals who would be working on election night.
As a media organization, our role involves gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records is vital 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 a media professional.
We await a response from the Rusk County Election Department and will keep our readers updated with any developments regarding this request.
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