FOIA Request to Chowan County regarding new or amended contracts on January 16, 2026.
On January 16, 2026, Old North News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to Chowan County in North Carolina. The request seeks access to records of all newly executed contracts or amendments entered into by the county between January 1, 2024, and December 31, 2024. The areas of interest specified in the request include public works, information technology or digital services, and consulting or professional services.
The request emphasizes that it applies only to existing records and requests copies of signed contracts or amendments executed during the specified time period. The preference is for these documents to be provided in electronic format where possible.
Old North News is a media organization dedicated to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs. As part of their commitment to transparency and accountability in public institutions, they have requested a fee waiver as media professionals involved in gathering and reporting news to the public.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that assists media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
In related educational news from Chowan County, it was reported that out of 115 senior students taking the science portion of the ACT in local school districts, only 15 (13%) were considered ready for college during the 2022-23 school year.
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.
