NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WVEC) -- State representatives announced Tuesday that the city of Newport News will be receiving $500,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Choice Neighborhoods Planning Grant program.
U.S. Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine alongside Representative Bobby Scott made the announcement.
The funding will support revitalization efforts in local communities.
“We are pleased that the Department of Housing and Urban Development has chosen the City of Newport News for this competitive grant award,” the Senators said. “Today’s funding will help transform local neighborhoods into stronger and more prosperous communities.”
Choice Neighborhood Planning Grants support the development of comprehensive neighborhood revitalization plans which focused on directing resources to address three core goals: housing, people and neighborhoods.
“Today’s announcement from the Department of Housing and Urban Development is great news for the citizens of Newport News,” said Rep. Scott. “These funds will ensure access to safe, affordable housing and help revitalize an historic neighborhood in southeast Newport News.”
