FOIA Request to Harnett County regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026.
A request for information was submitted to Harnett County by Old North News, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request, made under the North Carolina Public Records Law, G.S. ยง132-1., seeks access to records of new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts that were executed, approved, or became effective during the immediately preceding calendar month.
The specific details requested include the title of the contract or amendment, names of contracting parties, effective and approval dates, contract amounts or amended values, and descriptions of the goods or services covered. The request emphasizes that it seeks records for public interest purposes and does not require the creation of new documents.
Old North News has expressed its willingness to receive these records in electronic format if available. Additionally, they have requested a fee waiver as a media professional due to their role in gathering and reporting news to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization assisting media companies and advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies using Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website here.
Of 1,225 senior students taking the science portion of the ACT in Harnett County school districts, 202 (16.5%) were considered ready for college in 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.
