Wards Corner Civic League

Fall is a great time of year to clean out closets and declutter those dusty garages and sheds. 

While you may uncover some surprising treats, it can be tricky to properly dispose items such as household hazardous waste, electronics and plastics. 

There’s no need to be scared! Just put those items in the car and bring them to Keep Norfolk Beautiful’s Special Waste Collection Event on Saturday, Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. to noon at Azalea Baptist Church (3314 E. Little Creek Rd). 

This drive-through and drop-off event offers Norfolk residents the opportunity to properly dispose plastics, electronics/e-waste and household hazardous waste (HHW) such as paint, batteries, pesticides, cooking and automotive oils, propane tanks and more, free of charge. Proof of residency may be required. 

Click HERE for a comprehensive list of items accepted at this event.

Residents can also bring personal documents for secure, on-site shredding. Plus, Friends of Norfolk’s Environment will be giving away trees to residents with proof of address while supplies last. 

Keep Norfolk Beautiful’s Special Waste Collection Event
Saturday, Nov. 1
9 a.m. to noon
Azalea Baptist Church
3314 E. Little Creek Rd.
FREE for Norfolk Residents – Proof of Residency Required
For more information, visit www.norfolk.gov/knb

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Heads up, neighbors! Starting September 8, construction begins on the Granby Street Bike Lane Project between Willow Wood Dr. and Admiral Taussig Blvd. 

New bike lanes in both directions

Speed limit reduced to 30 mph

New pedestrian safety beacons at key crossings

Phase 1 starts with sidewalk work in front of Church of Christ, Temple Israel and Harris Teeter with bike lane striping to follow later this year. Residents along this corridor may continue to place trash as normally during construction.

This project was shaped by years of planning and community input and is part of Norfolk’s Vision Zero commitment to support safer, more accessible streets for all.

Learn more at: www.norfolk.gov/GranbyBike

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Temporary on-ramp closure with detour, starting as early as July 25 through July 28

As part of the first phase of construction for the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) Hampton Roads Express Lanes Norfolk Segment, contractor crews are scheduled to implement a continuous weekend full closure of the East Little Creek Road on-ramp to I-64 east starting as early as Friday, July 25 at 11 p.m. through Monday, July 28 at 5 a.m. to perform necessary ramp maintenance.

During the full weekend closure, a signed detour will be in place to direct traffic as follows.

• Motorists traveling westbound on East Little Creek Road will be directed to Granby Street, East Admiral Taussig Boulevard, returning to East Little Creek Road to Tidewater Drive and Thole Street to access the on-ramp to I-64 east.
• Motorists traveling eastbound on East Little Creek Road will be directed to continue on East Little Creek Road to Tidewater Drive and Thole Street to access the on-ramp to I-64 east.

All work is weather- and schedule-dependent; therefore, this schedule is subject to change.

Before hitting the road, consider using VDOT’s free 511 Virginia traffic tools, or the free 511-integrated Waze GPS app, to check for the most up-to-date road and travel conditions. VDOT’s 511Virginia website and mobile app offer information about construction, traffic, incidents, and congestion, as well as access to traffic cameras, weather-related impacts and more.

Hampton Roads Express Lanes Norfolk Segment (Phase 1A) Project:This work is part of the first phase of HREL Norfolk Segment construction projects, that started in summer 2023 and includes the conversion of the existing inside shoulder along I-64 into a high-occupancy tolled, part-time shoulder Express Lane running alongside the three existing general purpose lanes between Patrol Road and Tidewater Drive for a total of 2 miles, as well as the widening and rehabilitation of several existing bridges on I-64.

This HREL Norfolk Segment will ultimately become a part of an overall continuous 45-mile high-occupancy toll Express Lanes network on I-64, from west of Denbigh Boulevard in Newport News to the I-264/I-664 Bowers Hill interchange in Chesapeake. As traffic demand continues to increase in the region, incorporating the Express Lanes dynamic tolling model, together with other interstate improvements, provides an additional approach to managing congestion in the long term and providing more travel choices and a reliable travel network for Hampton Roads motorists. For more information on the Hampton Roads Express Lanes projects and to learn more about construction updates, traffic impacts and to sign-up to receive project updates, visit 64expresslanes.org.

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TRAFFIC ALERT: Norfolk Southern is closing the railroad crossing on E. Little Creek Rd. at Wards Corner for repairs starting at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22. The closure is 24/7 for up to 4 days.

Motorists will be detoured around the closure using Granby St. and Adm. Taussig Blvd.

Please be on alert for detour signs and give yourself a little extra time if that area is on your daily commute.

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July 24th, 10am-2pm @ Norfolk Dept of Health (830 Southampton Ave)

Giveaway: Books & School Supplies
School Entranced Physicals & Sports Physicals
Immunizations – Bring Shot Record & Insurance Info!
Free School Supplies • Gaming Bus • Vendors
Free Community Resources • Food Truck

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The NFK2050 team recently wrapped up a series of open houses to kick off Phase 3 engagement, where the Draft Comprehensive Plan was revealed and comments were gathered on draft goals, actions, and strategies. The team has just begun the next round of engagement to close out Phase 3 – this online activity, as well as additional in-person opportunities to provide input. This activity provides an opportunity to comment on the five main sections of the plan.

If you would like to view the full Draft Plan, please visit our webpage: Draft Plan | City of Norfolk, Virginia – Official Website

In addition to this online activity, printed copies of the Draft Plan with comment cards will be available at drop box locations across the city through July 21. Please visit our Speak Up! webpage for more information: Speak Up! | City of Norfolk, Virginia – Official Website

Take the survey here.

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Extreme heat is heading our way.

Beginning today, the following locations will serve as cooling stations for those looking to get out of the heat. Bottled water will be available. 

• The Downtown Branch at The Slover
• Blyden
• Jordan-Newby
• Lafayette
• Mary D. Pretlow
• Park Place
• Richard A. Tucker Memorial
• Van Wyck

Please take precautions! 

 Stay indoors during the hottest part of the day, when possible.

 Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.

 Keep hydrated.

 If possible, find an air-conditioned environment.

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Summer 2025 Schedule:

• June 25-10 am-4pm
• July 12 – 9 am-noon
• July 28- 10 am-4pm
• Aug 10 Noon-3pm
• Aug 27 10 am-4pm

The Welcome Center is located at 9401 4thView Street, Norfolk, VA 23503. Come and learn about the expansion project from subject matter experts!

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The Wards Corner Civic League is hosting a short neighborhood parade this year. There are plans to have a fire truck, ice cream truck, and water bottles for attendees. This parade is by neighbors, for neighbors. So if you or your children would like to walk, bike, stroll, scoot, or wagon ride in it, please dress in patriotic colors and meet at North Shore Playground by 9:30am!

We hope you can join us for the fun!

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