FOIA Request to Town Of Waco regarding vendor payment registers on February 1, 2026.
The Foothills Review has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Town Of Waco in North Carolina. The request, sent on February 1, 2026, seeks access to the town’s vendor payment register for the preceding calendar month. This request is made under the North Carolina Public Records Law, G.S. §132-1., and emphasizes a preference for receiving the information in electronic format.
The specific records requested include details such as the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of payments, and descriptions of goods or services purchased. The aim is to gather information of public interest for dissemination purposes. The request highlights that it pertains only to existing records and does not necessitate the creation of new documents.
In the event that any part of this request is denied or withheld, Foothills Review has asked for a clear explanation citing the statutory basis for such denial and requests that all reasonably segregable portions of the records be released. The organization also notes its willingness to receive these records electronically if available.
As a media entity dedicated to transparency and accountability in government affairs, Foothills Review asserts its eligibility for a fee waiver based on its role in gathering and reporting news to the public. This effort aligns with their mission as members of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, which aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through FOIA requests.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
