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Post published:March 12, 2026

The Central Virginia Regional Housing Partnership kicks off it's speaker series on April 8th with a virtual presentation by Fabrizio Fasulo of Virginia Housing. His topic will be Housing Policy in Virginia: Trends, Updates and What to Expect. This is the first of a series of presentations designed for housing professionals and local governments to provide information on different aspects of housing that impact our region. Register for the event at https://tinyurl.com/2tt4w9ew

March 2026 Commission Meeting Updates

Post published:March 10, 2026

The TJPD Commission met on March 5, with the following items on the agenda:1) The Virginia Telecommunication Initiative (VATI) Six-Month Presentation was given by David Blount.2) Sara Pennington presented the Draft FY27 Rural Transportation Work Program and Budget.3) The Commission approved the FY26 Amended Operating Budget. Materials for all TJPD Commission meetings are available here.The Commission’s next regular meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 2.

February 2026 Commission Meeting Updates

Post published:February 13, 2026

The TJPD Commission met on February 5, with the following items on the agenda:Executive Director Christine Jacobs introduced new Commissioner, Jen Fleisher and recognized Phil d'Oronzio for his service on the Commission.Christine Jacobs introduced new staff member Bennett Hipp, who started in January as the PATH Transportation Assistant. Igor Kalina presented on the FY27 PATH/Mobility Management Program Grant Application Sara Pennington presented the FY27 RideShare Program Grant Application and FY27 Work Program.The Commission approved the BEAD Agreement Resolution.The Commission approved the BUILD Grant Resolution. Christine Jacobs presented the FY26 Draft Amended Operating Budget,…

Meet the Staff: Bennett Hipp

Post published:February 13, 2026

Bennett Hipp, PATH Transportation AssistantBennett joined the TJPDC in January 2026 as the PATH Transportation Assistant. He graduated from the University of Mississippi with a degree in Journalism and minor in English. Prior to joining TJPDC, he worked for United Way of the Midlands in his hometown of Columbia, South Carolina. At UWM, he worked directly with folks who were either unhoused or at imminent risk of homelessness to get them into emergency shelters, stable housing, rehabilitation or connected to financial assistance programs to retain housing. He also worked with…

TJPDC Assists Louisa County with Town Hall Gatherings

Post published:February 13, 2026

Louisa County partnered with TJPDC this winter to seek public input on the County's Comprehensive Plan Update. County staff developed an extensive survey to gather feedback from Louisa residents and property owners on land use and future growth patterns, transportation, economic development, use of tax revenue, schools, solid waste, and public safety. This information helps elected officials and local government staff understand the community's long-term vision and priorities.To broaden access to the survey and engage directly with the community, Louisa County hosted four in-person town hall gatherings where staff from…

BRACH Seeks Volunteers for 2026 Point in Time Count

Post published:January 12, 2026

The Blue Ridge Area Coalition for the Homeless (BRACH) is seeking volunteers for the 2026 Point in Time Count. The count will take place on the night of January 28th and the morning of January 29th.The annual count occurs across the country during the fourth Wednesday of January and helps identify the size and scope of unsheltered homelessness in each community.Volunteers will receive training and sign up for specific locations and times. For more information or to volunteer, please visit https://www.blueridgehomeless.org/.