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Minutes of a Meeting of the
Newport News Redevelopment and Housing Authority
March 17, 2026
Report to the Board
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.
Mr. Jackson reported that the Annual Action Plan process formally commenced on
Tuesday, February 10th, with a virtual public meeting. The purpose of the meeting
was to orient applicants to the major programs included in the Annual Action Plan,
as well as to provide an overview of current and past housing and community
development initiatives.
During the meeting, staff reviewed proposal criteria and application requirements with
prospective applicants, noting that the submission deadline was February 20, 2026.
Several applications were received, and on March 5, 2026, applicants were invited to
present and further outline the goals they intended to achieve if awarded funding.
These presentations were evaluated by a review committee comprised of Newport
News City Council members, NNRHA Commissioners, NNRHA staff, and Newport
News citizens. Following the presentations, the review committee evaluated
submissions and made preliminary funding recommendations; however, final funding
decisions cannot be made until HUD confirms the entitlement award amounts, after
which allocations will be determined accordingly.
Mr. Jackson also reported on SPARC funding received from Virginia Housing, noting
that the Authority was awarded $4 million for the current funding period, of which
approximately $3.9 million (about 90%) has been allocated, leaving a balance of
roughly $100,000. These funds provide participating families with a reduced
mortgage interest rate, resulting in allocations to 15 families with an average of
approximately $260,000 per household.
Mr. Jackson provided an update on the Marshall-Ridley Residential Façade Program,
which is supported by a $2.1M grant from the City of Newport News and has been
implemented over two funding rounds. To date, 163 applications have been received,
with 76 façade improvement projects completed. Approximately $1.7M has been
expended, leaving a remaining balance of about $357,000 to continue supporting
improvements.
Additionally, the Board authorized the Executive Director to execute a contract for
asset repositioning strategy plan advisory services. Next, staff will initiate a kickoff
meeting with the consultant to outline expectations, benchmarks, and the overall
planning process. The consultant will work with staff to develop a strategic plan, which
will be presented to the Board for review and final approval.
In addition, several capital improvement initiatives are underway. At Aqueduct,
efforts are focused on addressing health and safety concerns, with planning and
procurement activities in progress.
At Ashe Manor, an architectural and engineering firm has developed a scope of
work for major improvements, including replacement of the central chiller system
and related infrastructure, representing a significant and complex project.
This work is expected to move into procurement and bid solicitation by the end of
the month. Staff will continue to advance these projects and provide updates as
they progress.
Ms. Lockley reported the NNRHA Controlled Multi-Family Properties Waitlist data as
follows: There are 105 Public Housing applications, 33 of which are approved leaving
72 pending applications. The Housing Choice Voucher program has 4100
applications, of which 63 were approved with 4037 pending. During the month of
February, the Public Housing program housed 5 new applicants. The Housing Choice
Voucher Program housed 16 new applicants for a total of 21 new applicants housed.
The Public Housing program is currently occupied at 96% and the Housing Choice
Voucher program is currently at 85%. The MOD Rehab Program, which includes
Warwick SRO, is 97% occupied. All of the apartment affordable housing communities
are occupied at 94% on average.
Ms. Lockley also reported that during the month of February, Community Resources
hosted several activities, including a “Go Red for Women” event on February 26th
featuring a speaker from Virginia Peninsula Community College. Additional
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