City Launches New Community Engagement Initiative

The City of Newport News is excited to announce a new community engagement initiative, "One City, One Vision - Building A Community-Driven Budget." The initiative is aimed at gathering resident input for the upcoming budget planning process. This effort offers residents the opportunity to identify clear priorities for strategic planning, services delivery improvements and allocation of budget resources utilizing an online survey.

In an effort to foster transparency and inclusivity, the city encourages all community members to participate in shaping the future of our city. The feedback collected will be instrumental in identifying key areas of focus for the budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to meet the needs of our residents.

"As your Mayor, I believe that a genuinely effective budget should reflect the priorities and aspirations of our entire community. This initiative is a unique opportunity for each resident to share their vision, helping us direct our resources where they're needed most. Together, we can build a budget that addresses today's needs and invests in a brighter, more prosperous future for Newport News," said Mayor Phillip Jones.

"We believe that community engagement is essential for effective governance," said City Manager Alan K. Archer. "This initiative not only allows us to hear directly from our residents but also empowers them to take an active role in the budget process. Successive phases of the engagement process will include a citizen budget portal on the City's website and in-person and virtual community meetings."

How to Participate: Residents are invited to complete the survey and weigh in on city services and programs of importance to them. The survey will be open through Jan. 15, 2025, and all responses will be confidential. The survey link can be found here: https://communityfeedback.opengov.com/14116 or you can scan the QR code below.

For more information about the initiative or to stay updated on budget-related events, please visit https://www.nnva.gov/149/Budget-Evaluation or call (757) 926-8733.

Together, let's build a stronger community!