McEachin Statement on Living Conditions at Creighton Court

Richmond, Va. – Congressman A. Donald McEachin (VA-04) issued this statement about residents forced to live without a sustainable source of heat at Creighton Court:

“Last Friday, right before the holiday weekend, I learned that some Creighton Court residents were without heat because long overdue repairs had not been initiated. After inquiring on Friday and following up yesterday about my serious concerns, I understand that Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority (RRHA) soon will secure multiple contractors to complete much-needed repairs at Creighton Court. I am told bids for repair are due by January 12, and I sincerely hope the situation will be remedied very soon thereafter.

"While the process to correct this intolerable living situation finally has begun, I remain extremely disappointed that RRHA did not act to ensure all residents would have heat before winter began. Representatives at RRHA have known about this impending problem for months, and now residents are being forced to suffer through these dangerously frigid conditions without a reliable heat source. The question must be asked why did RRHA wait until the winter time to address this condition? My constituents and I are deeply disappointed by RRHA’s response and demand better. I will continue to work with representatives at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and RRHA to ensure that repairs are performed expeditiously, and that heat is restored to all impacted residents as quickly as possible.”

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