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Newport News adopts $983.2 million five‑year capital improvement plan, adds Victory Landing Park planning
Summary
The Newport News City Council unanimously approved a $983.2 million Capital Improvement Plan for FY2027–2031 and added a planning and design project for Victory Landing Park; a teacher and parent urged council to use a possible 1% sales tax referendum for school construction.
The Newport News City Council on a 7-0 vote adopted a five‑year Capital Improvement Plan totaling $983,200,000 and agreed to add a planning and design project for Victory Landing Park.
City Manager Alan presented the plan, saying it details projects funded by the general fund and user fees and invests in public safety, schools, parks, streets and facility upgrades. "I recommend approval," he said.
The vote followed public comment from Mary Voss, who…
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