FOIA Request to Taylor County Election Department Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025. The request was made by The Sconi, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The request specifically sought information under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., for a list of all candidates running in the upcoming election. Details requested include the candidates' first, middle, and last names; the office they are running for; jurisdiction of the office; and party affiliation of each candidate.
In addition to this, The Sconi also requested contact information for each candidate. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.
As a media organization, we at The Sconi believe that access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given our role in disseminating information, we have also requested a fee waiver as a media professional.
We remain committed to delivering accurate and timely news coverage on local governmental affairs. We look forward to receiving this important information from the Taylor County Election Department in order to continue serving our readers with integrity and dedication.
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