A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Newaygo County Election Division on October 30, 2024. The request, filed by West Central Michigan News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, sought detailed information about the pre-election testing of voting machines.
The specific details requested include the test date, machine manufacturer, machine model number, and the status of each machine - whether it passed or failed in the pre-election test. This information was requested in a PDF format for ease of review and dissemination.
As part of our commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions, we at West Central Michigan News believe that access to such records is essential. It allows us to fulfill our professional responsibilities which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
We have also applied for a fee waiver as a media professional under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act § 15.231 et seq., stating that our role in disseminating information makes us eligible for such waivers.
Our request is currently pending with the Newaygo County Election Division. We look forward to their cooperation in providing these important records as we continue our work in serving the public interest.
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