FOIA Request to Wilkes County regarding new contracts or amendments on February 1, 2026.
A request for information under the North Carolina Public Records Law has been submitted by High Country Times, a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs. The request seeks access to records related to new contracts and any amendments to existing contracts that were executed, approved, or became effective during the immediately preceding calendar month.
The requested records include the following details:
– Contract or amendment title
– Names of contracting parties
– Effective and approval dates
– Contract amounts or amended values
– Descriptions of the goods or services covered
The request emphasizes that it is limited to existing records and does not require the creation of new documents. It also asks for electronic copies if available. In case any part of the request is denied, a specific statutory basis for denial is requested along with all reasonably segregable portions of the records.
High Country Times has expressed its role in gathering and reporting news as essential for holding public institutions accountable and providing transparency. They have requested a fee waiver based on their status as a media professional.
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 at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Of 557 senior students taking the science portion of the ACT in Wilkes County school districts, 106 (19%) 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.
