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Minutes of a Meeting of the
Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority
February 17, 2026
Warwick SRO, is 98% occupied. All of the apartment affordable housing communities
are occupied at 91% on average.
Ms. Lockley also reported that in January, the Community Resources Department
conducted several resident-focused initiatives. An information-gathering session
was held to solicit resident feedback regarding desired programs, services, and
additional informational resources. The session was intended to better understand
resident needs and identify opportunities for enhanced support and engagement.
In addition, a “Clear Vision — Creative Hands” workshop was hosted for residents at
the Authority's elderly properties. The workshop focused on eye care education and
provided information to help residents maintain and protect their vision.
Ms. Dessoffy reported that tax credit audits are underway for the Authority's RAD
properties. Corresponding tax returns will also be prepared and issued.
The annual Housing Authority audit is progressing as scheduled. Auditors will be
on-site beginning March 9, 2026, to conduct single audit testing. The programs
under review this year include the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher (HCV)
Program, the Low-Income Public Housing Program, and the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Audit activities will include tenant file
reviews and related compliance testing.
The Authority previously converted its fiscal year end to December. However, HUD
has not updated the fiscal year end in its REAC system, which is used to submit
unaudited and audited financial statements. Ms. Dessoffy will follow up with HUD to
determine the status of this update, as approval for the fiscal year change was
received approximately two years ago.
Lastly, Ms. Dessoffy reported that staff is also preparing for the Authority’s annual
insurance renewal. Coverage includes property insurance, general liability, workers’
compensation, vehicle insurance, Section 8 lead liability, executive director liability,
property management coverage, and other related policies.
The Authority works with an insurance broker who markets the portfolio to secure
competitive rates. Required documentation will be submitted to the broker in the
coming weeks to facilitate the renewal process.
Ms. Simmons reported that the invitation for Bid (IFB) for the Oyster Point fire repair
project closed on February 6, 2026. Three bids were received and are currently under
review. Ms. Simmons will provide an update once the evaluation process is complete.
Contracts were executed on February 11, 2026, with Progressive Roofing for capital
and non-capital roofing work. Additionally, a contract was signed with Centennial
Enterprises for Marshall Courts Phase II. Work under both contracts is expected to
begin by the end of March.
Budgeting and job cost training for the Yardi financial platform was conducted
during the week of February 9th. The training covered job budgeting, contract setup,
transaction processing, expense reporting, and the draw and reporting functions.
The training was provided to enhance staff understanding of current financial
processes and to support improved budgeting and contract management for future
projects.
Ms. Shaw reporied that occupancy at the Lift and Rise on Jefferson remains strong
and exceeds expectations. One commercial space has a signed lease, and a
prospective tenant is expected to sign a lease on March 1%. An announcement will
be made once it is finalized and additional information will be provided at a later date.
A maintenance supervisor is sharing responsibilities between Legacy Landing and
the Lift and Rise with an additional maintenance technician joining the team.
Legacy Landing Phase III-R is fully leased with all 71 units occupied, while Phase [V-
R has 37 of 84 units leased. Temporary Certificates of Occupancy (TCOS) have been
issued for the entire community, with permanent certificates pending completion of
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