Frequently Asked Questions

As a private citizen, do I have a right to speak at my city council’s public meetings?

Answer: The Wisconsin Open Meetings Law acknowledges the public is entitled to the fullest and most complete information...

Does including a confidentiality notice at the end of a message shield the message from disclosure under the public records law?

Answer: The short answer is not necessarily. Confidentiality notices, are common, especially in the legal profession. Here...

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