FOIA Request to Town of Lewisville regarding expense reimbursement records on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by Old North News to the Town of Lewisville, North Carolina, seeking access to specific financial records. The request, sent on February 1, 2026, is aimed at obtaining the town’s expense reimbursement records for the immediately preceding calendar month.
The request outlines a need for detailed information on reimbursements made by the town. Specifically, it asks for records that include the name and title of individuals reimbursed, dates and amounts of reimbursements, descriptions of expenses reimbursed, and the associated department or office. This request is made under the North Carolina Public Records Law and seeks existing documents without necessitating the creation of new ones.
Old North News has expressed its intention to use this information for public dissemination as part of its commitment to transparency in local governmental affairs. The organization has also requested a fee waiver based on its role in media and public interest reporting. Additionally, 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 members of The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy—a non-profit organization assisting media companies in investigating governmental agencies—Old North News leverages Freedom of Information laws to promote accountability and inform citizens about government actions.
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.
