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Norfolk Receives Federal Funding to Increase Community Resilience to Flooding
On Wednesday, January 19, the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announced its plan for investing the $14 billion from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to strengthen port and waterway supply chains and bolster climate resilience. In this plan, the City of Norfolk will receive $249,331,000 to increase community resilience to flooding. The city will use the funding for the design and construction of storm surge barriers, levees, and pump stations to reduce storm risk as part of a large-scale extension of the Downtown Norfolk Floodwall. The federal funding allocation is for developing complete plans and specifications for extension northwards to the Midtown Tunnel and west towards the Campostella Bridge as well as a floodgate at the Hague.
The City of Norfolk and the US Army Corps of Engineers Norfolk District began the Norfolk Coastal Storm Risk Management Final Integrated Feasibility Report and Environmental Impact Statement in 2016, with the Chief of Engineer’s Report completed in February 2019. The project was authorized by congress in the bipartisan Water Resources Development Act of 2020.
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Parking News
Beginning this year, residents and customers can get up-to-date information on all things parking in a quarterly publication from our Parking Division. A website refresh, new technology and cleaning equipment are just a few of the many updates in the first edition. Sign up for future parking newsletters. |
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COVID-19 Testing
Looking for COVID-19 testing? PCR tests are available at Military Circle Mall by appointment. Visit the Virginia Health Department's website to schedule. Check the site frequently as more testing sites and appointments become available. Questions? Call the Norfolk COVID-19 Hotline at 757-683-2745.
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Believe in Learning!
Parks and Recreation offers new discounted After School Program rates for Power Up program participants.
Power Up is a discounted program through the Department of Human Services for individuals and families that qualify for Medicaid. Find out more. |
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Avoid Flooded Streets
Real-time flooding updates just got easier thanks to our partnership with RISE, climate tech FloodMapp and Waze! FloodMapp is testing the integration of their flood forecast technology with Waze’s navigation app here in Norfolk.
What’s this mean for Waze users? Drivers receive pop-up icons and audio alerts to warn them of flooded streets along their route – to help avoid property and life-threatening hazards. Drivers can also confirm flooding in the app with a “thumbs up” to help validate FloodMapp’s technology and improve the accuracy of future Waze alerts. Find out more. |
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Jam N' Jamz Fruit and Nut Tree Adoption Fair
January 29, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lafayette Park
Friday Night Fortnite Esports Tournament
February 11, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
To register, email parksrecevents@norfolk.gov
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Explore "The Creative Mind" at Nauticus
A traveling exhibit that celebrates the contributions of African Americans to medicine, mathematics, engineering, and all branches of science, it highlight’s some of today’s and notable figures from the past’s outstanding careers and achievements. The exhibit consists of seven colorful panels—an introduction and separate panels focused on medicine, mathematics, engineering, biological sciences, physical sciences, and social sciences. More info and tickets. |
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The Street Where I Live
Through a series of oil paintings created during the pandemic lockdown, Jean Peacock expresses the joy and love of places lived, and people and things most cherished. Having the freedom to mix colors on her palette, with time at a standstill, made way for the discovery of new methods of bringing the canvas to life. With her four-legged companions faithfully by her side, now, more than ever, she discovered contentment in areas of home often taken for granted. A seat at the piano and books on the nightstand were viewed with delight. The backyard soon became her retreat. The Street Where I Live, is a lively portrayal of the beauty that’s all around us, if we just slow down and look.
February 4 (5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.)
Norfolk Arts’ Offsite Gallery
MacArthur Center
The events and gallery are free and open to the public.
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Honoring African Americans Throughout History
February is Black History Month! The national theme, presented by the Association for the Study of African American Life and History, for 2022 is Black Health and Wellness. The theme speaks to the importance of physical, emotional and mental health. It also acknowledges the legacy of African American scholars and medical practitioners.
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Your Norfolk. Your Life.
Get Involved. Get Informed.
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Norfolk Emerging Leaders
Do you know a young adult, ages 16 - 21, interested in local government? The Norfolk Emerging Leaders (NEL) Program is back this summer: June 21- August 12! NEL participants have an opportunity to explore public service careers in local government through job assignments within city departments. Participants gain valuable hands-on work experience, professional development, leadership skills and more. Applications are available online. |
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Time to Fight Litter!
The Green Bucket Brigade is the newest litter task force, uniting businesses, nonprofits, government, and all residents of Norfolk in the fight against litter. Through the Green Bucket Brigade, you can adopt your own litter kit including a green 5-gallon bucket, a litter grabber, trash bags, and Keep Norfolk Beautiful swag. Keep your corner clean and inspire others to do the same. Join the fight and keep Norfolk LITTER-FREE!
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