FAQs

Frequently asked questions:

Q: Is the Community Association an HOA?

A: No. Village Green only has a Community Association, the VCGA.

Q: What is an HOA?

A: HOAs (Home Owner’s Associations) are typically created by developers to help pay for the maintenance of common amenities and to maintain a desired standard of appearance across the community. In an HOA, membership fees are usually required with the purchase of a home within the community. Once the neighborhood is completely built out—or all the homes have been constructed —a property management organization might take over the developer’s role with the HOA. HOAs are generally mandatory and can range locally from $50 to $250 per month ($600 to $3,000 per year).

Q: What is a Community Association?

A: A community association is a membership of neighborhood/community residents. Anyone, resident or non-resident, can join.  Community associations may serve as social clubs, community promotional groups, service organizations, youth sports groups, community gardens, or quasi-governmental groups. The Village Green Community Association operates as a Social Club. Community association rules, created by a management board, dictate rules and monthly dues to fund management operations and community needs.

Community Associations are usually made up of volunteers working together to provide benefits to its neighbors and address neighborhood and community issues that may arise. They often hold social functions and may hold fundraisers. Community Associations do not have the legal ability to enforce fees or restrictions on residents.

Q: What is the cost to join?

A: There are several membership levels which range from $100 to $400. See the membership information at https://vgnn.org/join/.

Q: Is membership in the VGCA mandatory?

A: No but it is greatly appreciated.

Q: What are the benefits of joining the VGCA?

A: There are direct and indirect benefits of joining the VGCA.

Direct benefits include:

  • Being able to attend the Annual Membership meeting and vote on the new members of the VGCA.
  • Being able to request a special message be put on the VGCA Marquee.
  • Having access to the park/playground area, which is owned by the VGCA.
  • Enjoying the pool, pickle ball court, and basketball court with the additional Recreation Membership.
  • Having your children take swim lessons with the additional Recreation Membership (additional fees apply).
  • Having your children participate in the Village Green Patriots swim team competitions with the additional Recreation Membership (additional fees apply).
  • Attending the many social events sponsored by the VGCA.
  • Discount for renting the clubhouse and pool.

Indirect benefits of joining (at any level) include:

  • A common voice for issues affecting the neighborhood and local community.
  • Regular grounds keeping of the many common areas.
  • Maintenance of the park, pool, and clubhouse, the greatest expenses of the VGCA.

ALL of these benefits help to raise the property values in the neighborhood, attracting neighbors who share in our values, making Village Green one of the most desirable neighborhoods on the Peninsula.

Q: How do I volunteer to help out the Community Association, and what opportunities are available?

A: The VGCA is always looking for volunteers. The more people we have helping, the more we can accomplish.

The volunteer page is the best place to let the Community Association know that you are available to help.  The Association is always looking for volunteers and there is something for everyone. Volunteers reduce the Community Association operating costs which help keep the membership costs lower for everyone.

Volunteer now!

Q: How do i post my message on the neighborhood marque / message board?

A: Have a birthday, anniversary or special announcement you would like to share with our neighbors? Let us know. We’ll include it in the Crier, marquee, and on our unofficial VG Facebook page to celebrate the achievement.

Advertise your event or announcement!

Q: How do I sign up to receive the Crier?

Sign up to receive the VG Crier and never miss an event.

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Q: Who do i contact to rent the pool and/or clubhouse for my event?

A: For parties, wedding showers, graduations, retirements, etc. Rent is low for VGCA members. See the rental page for more info.

Q: What are some of the schools are in the area?

A: Below are the zoned public schools for Village Green:

Here’s a sample of other public schools in our area.

Map of Newport News Public Schools

Below are a sample of highly rated private schools:

Q: How do i find out what school is for my neighborhood?

A: We encourage to you use the School Zone and Bus Stop Finder.

Q: I have a streetlight which needs repair, who do I contact?

A: Please contact the 311 Contact Center of Newport News.

Q: My trash can is damaged and need a new trash can, who do I contact?

A: Please contact the 311 Contact Center of Newport News.

Q: What can I do about illegally parked vehicles on the street?

A: While the Association covenants have restrictions on vehicles parked in driveways, they do not address parking on city streets. The streets throughout Village Green are city streets managed by the City of Newport News. All vehicles parked on the street must have a valid registration and state inspection and there are limitations regarding vehicle maintenance on a city street. Please contact the Newport News Police Department non-emergency number at 757-247-2500 regarding parking, vehicle maintenance, or abandoned vehicles.

Q: What is the holiday schedule for trash pickup?

A:  The schedule is changed and updated by the City of Newport News.

Find the latest schedule