Resources
Here are some important resources from the Freedom of the Information Council:
F.A.Q's.: Frequently Asked Questions about the Open Meetings and Public Records Laws, compiled by the Madison law office of LaFollette Godfrey & Kahn.
Open Government Problem Areas: A changing list of problems and issues, as monitored by the Council.
Cameras in the Courtroom: Summary of Supreme Court rules and helpful links.
Sample Public Records Request: A sample letter that can be pasted into a word processing document and customized to your needs.
How to use the Open Records Law: The top 10 things to keep in mind when using the Open Records law.
The best of both worlds: Open government and economic development: A column from Wisconsin Lawyer about open government as it relates to development.
Speakers Bureau: The Wisconsin FOIC offers several council members to speak about open government at your event.
Public Records Law Compliance Guide, 2012: Newly updated guide from the Attorney General's office.
Open Meetings Law Compliance Guide, 2010: Newly updated guide from the Attorney General's office.
Wisconsin Public Notices: Search for public notices by keyword, date, newspaper or location.
Wisconsin Openness Report: Sign up to receive the Wisconsin Newspaper Association's report by email.
