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Executive Summary
In March 2021, the American Rescue Plan (ARP) was signed into law providing over $1.9
trillion in relief to address the continued impact of COVID-19. Congress later
appropriated $5 billion in ARP funds to be administered through HOME Investment
Partnerships (HOME) to address the need for homelessness assistance and supportive
services.
The City of Newport News was allocated $2,795,087 in HOME-ARP funds to support
eligible activities for qualifying populations. Prior to expending HOME-ARP funds, the
City must develop an Allocation Plan. The Plan is then submitted to HUD for both their
review and approval. Once approved, the Allocation Plan will become a part of the City’s
PY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan by substantial amendment.
Prior to the formulation of the Allocation Plan, the City consulted with Continuum of Care
(CoC) and non-CoC organizations serving Newport News. A virtual presentation was
held on August 10, 2022 soliciting feedback regarding the prioritization of both eligible
activities and qualifying populations.
The following eligible activities - in order of priority - were identified: (1) development
and support of affordable rental housing and (2) acquisition and development of
non-congregate shelter units. The following qualifying populations - in order of priority -
were identified: (1) homeless and (2) at-risk of homelessness.
The needs assessment and gap analysis uncovered the following:
● The January 2022 “point in time” (PIT) count counted 419 persons representing a
30% increase over 2021’s count of 322 persons. This count was conducted over
six (6) jurisdictions.
● In Newport News, during the PIT count, 185 persons were identified as
experiencing homelessness. 162 were in shelter programs while the remaining 23
were unsheltered.
● Data collected during a 24-hour period indicates 60 families and 400 individuals
were in need of emergency shelter on an annual basis.
● A non-profit organization in Newport News shared they are experiencing a higher
quantity of rental assistance applications since the Rent Relief Program ended.
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