FOIA Request to Town of Rosman regarding vendor payment registers on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Town of Rosman by Old North News, seeking access to specific financial records under the North Carolina Public Records Law, G.S. §132-1. The request, dated February 1, 2026, aims to obtain the town’s vendor payment register for the preceding calendar month.
The requested records include detailed information about transactions conducted by the town with various vendors. Specifically, Old North News is seeking:
– Names of vendors paid by the town
– Dates and amounts of payments made
– Descriptions of goods or services purchased
The request emphasizes that it seeks existing records only and does not necessitate the creation of new documents. It also asks for any denials or withholdings to be accompanied by a specific statutory basis and requests that all reasonably segregable portions of records be released.
As a member of the media, Old North News highlights its role in gathering and disseminating news to hold public institutions accountable and ensure transparency. They have requested a fee waiver based on their media status.
The requester is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting transparency in government actions through FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website here.
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.
