A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Catron County NM Clerk & Election Division regarding the candidates for the upcoming spring election on February 5, 2025. The request was made by Enchantment State News, a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs.
The information requested includes a list of all candidates running in the forthcoming election. Specific details sought include each candidate’s first, middle, and last name; the office they are running for; the jurisdiction of that office; and their party affiliation.
In addition to these details, Enchantment State News has also requested contact information for each candidate. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.
As stated in the request, access to public records is essential for Enchantment State News to fulfill its professional responsibilities. These responsibilities include holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency to the public. Given its role in disseminating information, Enchantment State News believes it is eligible for a fee waiver as a media professional.
The request was made under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act, 14-2-1 NMSA 1978 et seq., with a preference for receiving the records in an electronic format.
