Resilient Norfolk

Following the presentation at our May 2023 meeting by the city’s office of resilience, below is a link to their site where the full video and other helpful information is provided.

https://www.resilientnorfolk.com/

NPS Summer Programs 2023 Now Enrolling!

Norfolk Public Schools Summer Programs are now open for enrollment! These free programs are open to students from grades Pre-K 4 through high school and are designed to meet the needs of learners at any level, whether through enrichment, college and career readiness, or inclusion and learning support. The deadline for registration is May 24. 

Programs include:

NPS 2023 Elementary Summer Academic Programs

Preschool Summer STARs Camp (4 years old), Elementary Summer STARS “Lit Camp” (Grades K-5), or Elementary ESL (English as Second Language) Newcomer Program (Grades K-5). Register Here

NPS 2023 Elementary Summer Elective Enrichment Programs

Camp Einstein (Grades K-4) or the Summer Arts Academy (Grades K-7) Register Here

NPS 2023 Middle School Summer Programs

Middle School Summer STARS Camp with Inclusion Support (Grades 6-8), Getting Ready for Algebra, Getting Ready for Pre-Algebra 6 (rising 6th graders only), Junior University “College & Career Readiness Summer Academy”, Middle School Health & Physical Education Program, Summer Arts Academy, or English as a Second Language Middle School Step Ahead Newcomer Enrichment Program.
Register Here

NPS 2023 High School Programs 

High School Summer School Program & Inclusion Support or the Advanced Placement Summer Academy.
Register Here

For more information, visit www.npsk12.com/summer-school

A Summer of Learning: All Together Norfolk!

A Summer of Learning will consist of free learning events and activities for Norfolk residents of all ages. The event will last seven weeks, from Friday, June 17th to Saturday, August 5th, and will include a Kick Off Weekend hosted at several locations throughout the City of Norfolk. This year’s theme is “All Together Norfolk” and aims to symbolize community and unity.

Join the Kick Off Celebration at the Jordan-Newby Anchor Branch Library on Saturday, June 17th from 11AM-3PM!

Scan the QR code below to visit the website (www.norfolk.gov/lifelonglearning) and view events from our partner organizations.

City staff can’t wait to see you at the A Summer of Learning Kick Off Celebration!

Contact lifelonglearning@norfolk.gov for more information.

E-Waste Recycling location has changed

The electronic waste (e-waste) drop-off location has changed!

Do you have unwanted TVs, laptops, cell phones or other electronic devices? You can recycle your e-waste and help keep toxic materials out of landfills. As of April 14, Norfolk residents should take e-waste to the Norfolk SPSA Transfer Station located at 3136 Woodland Avenue. After April 14, Towing & Recovery will no longer be able to accept residential e-waste.

Learn more about e-waste, drop-off times and acceptable items.

New Hours for Talbot Park Farmers Market

2023 Season Hours

Wednesdays, 3:00pm – 6:00pm (formerly 6:30pm), April through October
Plus a special Thanksgiving Market on Sunday, November 19, 2023, 12:30pm – 3:00pm

More information at https://www.norfolkvafarmersmarket.com/talbot-park

Norfolk Light Rail Extension

OPEN HOUSES & POP-UPS

SEE THE VISION. JOIN THE DISCUSSION. NEXT STOP, MILITARY CIRCLE!
NavalStationNorfolkTransit.com

Public Meetings

Mon, March 20th 2023
6PM – 8PM
Springhill Suites
6350 Newtown Rd.

Wed, March 22 2023
5PM – 7PM
Elegant Affairs
930 N. Military Hwy.

Pop-Up Events

Join us for light refreshments

Wed, March 22 2023
11AM – 2PM
Military Highway Transfer Station
Ring Rd. outside former Macy’s

Sat, March 25 2023
9AM – 11AM
Newtown rd. Park & Ride
135 Kempsville Rd.

A Summer of Learning

Believe in Learning Norfolk proudly presents their flagship event: A Summer of Learning! 

A Summer of Learning will include a Kick Off Weekend from Friday, June 16th to Sunday, June 18th. Events will last through Saturday, August 5th.

Be sure to save the date!

Find out more information about Believe in Learning Norfolk on their website: www.norfolk.gov/lifelonglearning 

Revised Street Sweeping Schedule

The Division of Environmental Storm Water is currently experiencing delays in their sweeping schedule due to the following factors:

  • Mechanical/equipment failure
  • Long lead times on equipment repairs
  • Competition with other entities for qualified commercial driver operators

Due to these ongoing challenges, starting this month (March), they have modified their street sweeping schedule to ensure neighborhoods are completed, at a minimum, once every three (3) months. Wards Corner is scheduled for the first Friday in February, May, August, and November. They will post reminders on Nextdoor when our sweeping day is upcoming.

Please note:

  • Mondays will continue to be makeup days for missed areas due to inclement weather.
  • Areas with Parking Enforcement signs will continue to be swept monthly, per posted signs.

Although the division understands there is frustration with the street sweeping program, the stormwater utility fee is assessed to all Norfolk residents and businesses. The fee is used exclusively to provide all the City services which reduce flooding and prevent water pollution:

  • General maintenance, repair and cleaning of the stormwater infrastructure which includes sweeping, pipes, ditches, stormwater ponds, and 15 pump stations
  • Improvements and extensions of our current stormwater system
  • Design and construction of new infrastructure
  • Unfunded federal and state environmental mandates we must comply with
  • Capital projects

The City of Norfolk continues to pride itself on having the most robust street sweeping program in Hampton Roads, even with the current schedule challenges. Rest assured crews are working diligently to remove as much debris from the roadways as possible.

We encourage residents to assist us in these efforts by always keeping the curb and gutter in front of their property free of debris, i.e., leaves, branches, litter, etc., to ensure that rainwater may run, unimpeded, to the stormwater curb inlets which will reduce localized flooding, per City code. Our combined efforts will continue to enhance our city and protect our waterways!

If you would like further information pertaining to the City’s stormwater program, you can visit the division’s website at www.norfolk.gov/stormwater.  

Learn how to swim – swim lessons are back!

Before the summer fun, make sure you and your family are ready. Swim lesson registration is now open for preschool, youth and adults. You and your child can learn basic aquatic skills and swimming strokes like the breaststroke and elementary backstroke as well as skills needed to stay safe around water.

Lesson series are $30 for Norfolk residents and $45 for non-residents.

Check out the schedule (Click on Aquatics) and register!

Recycle or Trash?

Unsure if it’s recyclable? The Waste Wizard makes it easy to figure out!

  • Search any item.
  • Learn what goes in what bin.
  • Find locations for special waste drop-off.

It’s never been easier to “Recycle Right!”

Waste Sorting Game!

Do you know what to recycle and what to throw out? Test your recycling skills with this fun and interactive waste sorting game!

Sort materials correctly and win fun items to build your own digital park.