A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the DeKalb County Election Department on October 29, 2024. The request, made by DeKalb GA News, sought information about the methods used by the department to count votes in the upcoming election.
The specific details requested include whether the vote counting is done manually or through automated means. If manual counting is employed, the news organization has also asked for an estimate of the number of personnel expected to be working on election night.
DeKalb GA News is a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. Access to public records such as these are crucial for their work in holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
As a media outlet, DeKalb GA News believes it is eligible for a fee waiver for this request under the Georgia Open Records Act § 50.18.70 et seq., citing its role in disseminating important information to the public.
The DeKalb County Election Department has yet to respond to this FOIA request.
