Representatives for the Disabled Community: DABI shall meet to assess and evaluate needs and resources relative to seniors and those with disabilities; to plan for and promote public sessions, forums, and surveys in coordination with other agencies, individuals, and/or entities which serve or support the well-being of these populations; and, to advocate for situations and issues which will enhance the independence and quality of life for the population which is represented by DABI’s interests. DABI shall recommend to City Council and city manager, ways and means of providing and improving services to older adults and/or to those with disabilities; and, shall be responsible for initiating and supporting efforts to increase the visibility of the aforementioned residents in the community, including them in the life of the city and for recognizing their contributions to the community-at-large.
Youth Commission- The Regional Youth Commission is comprised of 15 members, 5 representing each locality. One representative from each locality is a youth. This commission provides citizen input to the Director and staff of the Office on Youth concerning issues such as youth programming, funding, and community trends. The Commissioners serve as youth advocates and ambassadors for the OOY, and are dedicated to ensuring the provision of comprehensive youth development services in our region. This Commission meets bi-monthly and acts in an advisory capacity to the Office on Youth, The commission recommends general policies involving programming for youth and families; foster involvement of youth in their community, and evaluates and seek solutions to problems, activities and concerns. Meetings: Third Wednesday, every other month at 5:30. – United Way Office, 29 Idlewood Blvd, Fishersville.
Redevelopment and Housing Authority Board: Private company categorized under City Government-Housing Programs and located in Waynesboro, VA providing housing and rehab assistance to residents in need. The United States Housing Act of 1937 created the Public Housing Program as a means to provide decent, safe, affordable housing for eligible low income families, the elderly and the disabled. The Waynesboro Redevelopment and Housing Authority opened its first public housing development of sixty-one (61) units in 1974. Since that time, the Authority’s public housing inventory has grown to one hundred eighty-eight (188) units on seven (7) scattered sites throughout the City of Waynesboro. In addition, the Authority administers the Housing Choice Voucher Program, several housing rehabilitation programs, Resident Self-Sufficiency Programs and a Homeownership Program for low to moderate income families. Meetings - the first Tuesday of each month at 6:00 P.M. - RHA Office, 1700 New Hope Road, Waynesboro, VAThe members serve four-year terms, with no re-appointment limits per title 36 Code of Virginia.