A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Town of Doty regarding same day registered voters for the 2024 election on November 7, 2024. The request was made by Green Bay Reporter, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The specific records requested under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., were for a list of new voter registrations that occurred on November 5, 2024. The information is being sought in electronic format for ease of access and dissemination.
As representatives from Green Bay Reporter, we are committed to gathering and reporting news to the public. Access to public records such as these 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 believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as media professionals. We look forward to a positive response from the Town of Doty regarding this request and will continue our efforts in promoting transparency within our community.
