A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Village Of Shiocton regarding new voter registrations on November 7, 2024. The request was made by Fox Cities News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The specific request pertains to obtaining a list of voters who registered on Election Day, November 5, 2024. As a media organization, we at Fox Cities News are deeply involved in gathering and reporting news to the public. 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.
Given our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional. We have communicated this belief in our request and await a response from the Village Of Shiocton. This data will contribute significantly towards our ongoing efforts to report on the electoral process and its outcomes.
We will continue our mission of providing comprehensive news coverage that holds public institutions accountable and offers transparency to the public.