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Resident says FSS program inaccessible to some voucher holders; staff explains eligibility and transfer rules

Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority · October 28, 2025
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Summary

Resident Terry Tyree said she could not enroll in the Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS) program after transferring a voucher; CRHA staff explained FSS enrollment depends on which agency administers the voucher and described transfer procedures. FAR organizer Sofia Marrero summarized resident events and trainings.

At the Oct. 27 meeting, community member Terry Tyree told the board she was unable to enroll in CRHA’s Family Self‑Sufficiency (FSS) program after transferring a Section 8 voucher and called that outcome unfair.

"I have section a voucher from Almore County, and I live over South First Street... And I cannot get into the FSS program," Tyree said, asking whether FSS availability had been restricted for…

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