FOIA Request to Dodge County Election Department Regarding Ballot Counting Methods on October 30, 2024.
As part of our ongoing commitment to transparency and accountability in local government affairs, we at The Sconi have submitted a request under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., for information regarding the methods used by the Dodge County Election Department to count ballots.
In particular, we have asked for details about whether ballots are counted manually or using other methods. If manual counting is employed, we have requested an estimate of the number of people who will be working on election night.
This information is vital for us at The Sconi as we strive to provide comprehensive and accurate news coverage of local governmental affairs. As members of the media, 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.
We believe that as a media organization disseminating information to the public, we are eligible for a fee waiver for this request. We await a response from the Dodge County Election Department and will keep our readers updated on any developments.
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