The Housing Authority of Champaign County voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 2025-4, approving its 2026 Moving To Work (MTW) annual plan and a set of program and funding changes intended to expand housing options and supportive services.

Jennifer, a HACC staff member presenting the plan, said the authority will increase project‑based vouchers at Bristol Place Senior from 46 to 50 and has notified the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) of its intent to acquire the Crystal View apartment complex in Havana. "We initially have 46, and we're changing that to 50," Jennifer said during the presentation.

The plan also includes a proposed $1.5 million allocation to the Champaign Park District for improvements at the Farmington/Thornberry park — listed by staff as a new basketball court, playground equipment and other park upgrades — contingent on HUD approval where applicable. Staff described the investment as a way to create constructive recreational opportunities for youth in the neighborhood.

HACC staff said the annual plan raises funding for emergency housing support services from $1,000,000 to $1,500,000 and establishes a new youth build transitional housing support program under the authority's MTW activity to serve people aged 18–24, combining housing assistance with supports for education and employment. "This initiative is designed to address the housing instability faced by students aged 18 through 24," staff told the board.

The authority also refined a $500 renewal incentive for first‑time landlords who accept Housing Choice Voucher holders, clarifying that "first‑time landlord" means an individual or business entity that has not participated in the voucher program in the preceding 24 months and has no ownership interest who participated in the program during that timeframe.

Board discussion covered program oversight and HUD review. Staff said the plan is collaborative across HACC departments and community stakeholders and will be submitted to HUD; HUD may request clarifications or additional rollout details before final approval. The board approved the resolution by roll call vote.