A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Camden County Election Department on October 29, 2024. The request, filed by Coastal GA News, a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, seeks information about the methods being used to count votes in the upcoming election.
In particular, Coastal GA News is interested in whether the vote counting process will be manual or automated. If it is manual, they have requested an estimate of the number of people who will be working on election night. This information is crucial for understanding how the county’s voting process works and ensuring its transparency and accountability.
As a media organization committed to reporting news to the public, Coastal GA News has also asked for a fee waiver for this request. They argue that access to public records is essential for them to fulfill their professional responsibilities, which include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public.
The Camden County Election Department has yet to respond to this FOIA request. As we await their response, we at Coastal GA News remain committed to our mission of keeping our readers informed about local government affairs.
