FOIA Request to Alger County Election Division Regarding Pre-Election Voting Machine Test Reports on October 30, 2024.
We at UP Gazette, a media organization dedicated to delivering comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, have formally requested records under the Michigan Freedom of Information Act § 15.231 et seq. Our request specifically pertains to the pre-election test reports of voting machines used in the county's elections.
Our request is detailed and specific, seeking electronic copies of these reports in PDF format with particular fields included. These fields are: the date of the test, the manufacturer of the machine, the model number of the machine, and the status of the machine after testing (whether it passed or failed).
As a media organization involved in gathering and reporting news to the public, access to public records is essential for us to fulfill our professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to our readership. In light of our role in disseminating information, we believe we are eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
The response from Alger County Election Division will provide valuable insight into how voting machines are tested before an election and will help ensure transparency and accountability in our electoral process.
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