FOIA Request to City of Charlotte regarding vendor payment registers on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Old North News to the City of Charlotte on February 1, 2026. The request seeks access to the city’s vendor payment register for the preceding calendar month. This request is made under the North Carolina Public Records Law, G.S. §132-1.
The records requested include detailed information about payments made by the city to vendors. Specifically, Old North News is seeking the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of these payments, and descriptions of goods or services purchased. The aim is to gather information that holds public interest and disseminate it to the public.
Old North News emphasizes that this request is limited to existing records and does not require creating new documents. If any part of this request is denied or withheld, they have asked for a specific statutory basis for such denial along with all reasonably segregable portions of the records.
As a media organization committed to transparency and accountability in government affairs, Old North News has requested a fee waiver based on their role in gathering and reporting news. They are also affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
The City of Charlotte works toward a safe and equitable community through principles of accountability and innovation. Vi Lyles leads as mayor while Marcus D. Jones oversees operations in a council-manager government featuring the mayor and 11 council members. According to the official website, the city uses a structured setup with departments to promote efficient services and strategic international efforts.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
