Initiated a housing condition study - In September, Newport News hired Urban Partners (in collaboration with Stromberg/Garrigan & Associates) to perform a housing study.

Initiated a Homeless Forum - In August, the city hosted a conversation on the state of homelessness.

Initiated a change to Parking Minimums - In August, the City Council changed zoning in C3 Regional Business Districts to eliminate off-street residential parking. Downtown is Zoning C3. This is the first step in reinvigorating housing in downtown NN. 

Pushed City Staff to prioritize installing cameras in Aqueduct Apartment Complex (Public Housing) - in July, cameras were installed to deter crime and assist the police department in crime investigation. Since the installation, the police have witnessed a substantial decrease in violent crime.