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Minutes of a Meeting of the
Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority
New Business
The Board of
Commissioners of
the Newport News
Redevelopment and
Housing Authority
Evidencing the
Authority’s Intent to
Establish and
Implement Artificial
Intelligence (Al)
Policy
The Board of
Commissioners of
the Newport News
Redevelopment and
Housing Authority
Authorizing the
Administration of
Additional HOME
Investment
Partnerships —
American Rescue
Plan (HOME — ARP)
Funding
February 17, 2026
The Board was provided copies of a resolution evidencing the Authority’s intent to
establish and implement an Artificial Intelligence (Al) Policy. This memorandum
provides background and context regarding the proposed resolution. As technology
continues to evolve, Al tools are increasingly utilized by public agencies to enhance
operational efficiency, data analysis, service delivery, and internal workflows. While
Al offers opportunities to improve productivity and effectiveness, it also raises
important considerations related to data privacy, cybersecurity, ethical use,
transparency, and regulatory compliance. The proposed resolution does not
authorize the immediate implementation of specific Al tools. Rather, it formally
acknowledges the Authority's intent to develop a comprehensive Al policy that will
establish clear guidelines for evaluating, approving, and governing the use of Al
technologies across the organization.
The proposed policy is intended to ensure that any future Al implementation aligns
with the Authority’s mission, safeguards sensitive information, and complies with
applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Ms. Shaw recommended the attached resolution and accompanying Al! policy for
approval.
Commissioner Knight made a motion to approve the resolution. Commissioner Black
seconded the moiion which passed with a unanimous vote. The resolution is
attached to and made a part of these minutes.
The Board was provided copies of a resolution authorizing the administration of
unallocated HOME Investment Partnerships — American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP)
funding. The Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority (NNRHA) is
allocating $1,917,514 in additional HOME-ARP funds. HOME-ARP funds are
authorized under Section 3205 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 and are
governed by 24 CFR Part 92, as modified by CPD-21-10 and subsequent guidance.
These funds are designated to assist individuals and families experiencing
homelessness, those at risk of homelessness, and other vulnerable populations
impacted by COVID-19. The purpose of the resolution is to formally authorize
NNRHA to administer unallocated HOME-ARP funding in compliance with all
applicable federal regulations.
Eligible activities include the development of affordable rental housing, supportive
services, nonprofit operating assistance and capacity building, and program
administration. Administration of these funds will require execution of agreements,
compliance monitoring, environmental review, oversight, financial management, and
required reporting.
Administrative costs will be funded within the allowable HOME-ARP administrative
cap as established by HUD regulations. No additional local funds are required to
accept this allocation, and the resolution does not amend the Authority's budget.
The attached documentation includes a chart outlining the initial funding requests
from various organizations, the recommended award amounts, the purpose of each
program, and the anticipated impact on city residents. Several of the agencies listed
have previously received CDBG allocations in prior years.
Ms. Shaw recommended approval of the attached resolution.
Commissioner Black made a motion to approve the resolution. Commissioner Knight
seconded the motion which passed with a unanimous vote. The resolution is
attached to and made a part of these minutes.Jump to an indexed page (65 of 65)