FOIA Request to Clark County Regarding Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) logs from January to October 2024 was submitted on October 7, 2024. The request was made by WC Wisconsin News, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The specific records requested under the Wisconsin Open Records Law, §19.31 et seq., include a list of FOIA logs sent to Clark County from January 1, 2024, till October 7, 2024. The requested fields in these logs include the requester's name and organization, the content of the request, the date of the request and its completion date, as well as the status of the FOIA request.
As a media organization, we at WC Wisconsin News are committed to gathering and reporting news for public consumption. Access to public records is crucial for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. In light of our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
We will continue to keep you updated on any developments regarding this request.