A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Lincoln County Nm Clerk & Election Division on February 5, 2025. The request, sent by Enchantment State News, a media organization dedicated to comprehensive and accurate news coverage of local governmental affairs, seeks detailed information about candidates running in the upcoming spring election.
The records requested under the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act include a list of all candidates running for office in the forthcoming election. The details sought for each candidate encompass their first, middle, and last names; the office they are contesting for; jurisdiction of the office; and their party affiliation.
Additionally, Enchantment State News has asked for complete contact information for each candidate. This includes their address, phone number, and email address.
As a media organization committed to transparency and accountability in public institutions, we at Enchantment State News believe access to these public records is essential for fulfilling our professional responsibilities. We also assert our eligibility for a fee waiver as a media professional given our role in disseminating information to the public.
We look forward to receiving this important information that will contribute significantly to our comprehensive coverage of the upcoming elections.
