FOIA Request to Town Of Holly Springs regarding vendor payment registers on February 1, 2026.
A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted by West Wake News to the Town of Holly Springs on February 1, 2026. The request seeks access to the town’s vendor payment register for the preceding calendar month. This includes details such as the names of vendors paid by the city, dates and amounts of payments, and descriptions of goods or services purchased.
The request emphasizes that it is limited to existing records and does not require the creation of new documents. The requester has asked for these records in electronic format if available. Additionally, if any part of this request is denied, a specific statutory basis for denial should be provided along with all reasonably segregable portions of the records.
West Wake News is a media organization dedicated to covering local governmental affairs comprehensively and accurately. The requester highlights their role in gathering and reporting news to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency. They also mention their eligibility for a fee waiver as media professionals.
The requestor is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and advocacy groups in investigating government agencies using FOIA and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website.
The Town of Holly Springs funds operations through a balanced annual budget that includes tax rates, water fees, and expenditures for municipal projects, according to the official website.
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.
