A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Lowndes County Election Department on October 29, 2024. The request was made by South Georgia Times, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The FOIA request specifically sought information about the methods being used by the department to count votes in the upcoming election. In addition, if manual counting is employed, South Georgia Times has requested an estimated number of people who will be working on election night.
As a media organization, South Georgia Times emphasizes that access to public records is essential for fulfilling its professional responsibilities. These include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given its role in disseminating information, South Georgia Times believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
South Georgia Times continues to stay committed to bringing forth transparency and accountability in local governmental affairs through its diligent reporting.
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