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Newport News resident reports unexpected delinquent-tax notice of about $2,500; council pledges follow-up
City Council of Newport News · October 28, 2025
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Summary
Diane Wynn Hamlet told the City Council she received a first notice of delinquent taxes with approximately $2,500 in fees after buying a foreclosed home; she asked the council to investigate perceived errors and potential predatory practices. Councilman Coleman and staff said they would follow up.
At the Oct. 28 council meeting, Diane Wynn Hamlet described purchasing a foreclosed property in November 2022 and receiving her first delinquent-tax notice from the Newport News Treasurer’s Office with about $2,500 in fees and penalties.
Hamlet said she contacted the Treasurer’s…
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