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Colonel Sean Reeves sat down with WINA News Director Jay Hart to discuss accomplishments in his tenure including the creation of a multidisciplinary mental health response team, collaborations with other chiefs as well as his preference for a successor and more.
Albemarle’s Economic Development Director Emily Kilroy discussed regional collaboration between UVA, Charlottesville and Albemarle as well as how energy infrastructure and housing are important topics in the recruitment, filling empty shopping centers and more.
City Police Chief Michael Kochis discussed the plan for the clearing of the Free Bridge homeless encampment, the apprehension of a violent suspect and more.
The Jack Jouette District Supervisor in Albemarle discussed the Albemarle Rental Housing Incentive Program and whether it is being effective or utilized as it should, housing affordability in general, expectations for a new police chief and more.
The Spokesperson for Albemarle County discussed the process of hiring a new police chief, a report card on the strategic plan, rental assistance programming and more.
The Spokesperson for Albemarle County discussed the process of hiring a new police chief, a report card on the strategic plan, rental assistance programming and more.
The Editor and Chief of Cville Right Now discussed the letter sent by the Albemarle County School Board to Albemarle Commonwealth’s Attorney Jim Hingeley in response to public comments made by a member of his staff.
Charlottesville’s Mayor discussed the city appropriating $3 million dollars to the Salvation Army for homeless services, the state of the low barrier shelter and efforts to clear the Free Bridge encampment as well as plans for the $4 million dollars left over from the state and how the city plans to use it.
The Chair of UVA Orthopedics discussed the potential of a college athlete returning from an ACL injury nine months later, given that UVA Linebacker Kam Robinson is trying to overcome those circumstances. (Dr. Chhabra could not comment specifically on Robinson because his department cares for the athlete.) He also discussed the history of Tommy John surgery following the passing of the former pitcher who the procedure is named after, as well as what age is too young for the surgery, UVA Football expectations, NIL, the dominance of Virginia Swimming and more.
The Executive Director of the Albemarle Housing Improvement Program and the owner of Mack Morris Heating and Air discussed their collaboration to serve those in our community who cannot afford heating and air repairs in their homes and the rewarding feeling they get from helping community members with these projects.