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Board backs New Bern Housing Authority's $29M Choice Neighborhoods grant bid, approves MOU and commitment letter

Craven County Board of Education · February 20, 2026
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Craven County Schools unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding and a commitment letter supporting the New Bern Housing Authority's application for a Choice Neighborhoods grant (about $29 million), including a required data‑sharing agreement and an annual update on student outcomes for the target cohort.

The Craven County Board of Education unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding and a related commitment letter to support the New Bern Housing Authority's application for a HUD Choice Neighborhoods grant worth about $29 million.

Janelle Reddick, chair of the New Bern Housing Authority board, told the board the transformation plan targets the greater 5 Points area and would bring housing to three locations. "I'm not asking for any…

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