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April Means Pothole Repairs
Spring is here and after the winter weather we've had, potholes become more frequent. Potholes get reported to the Department of Public Works Streets & Bridges. Crews are dispatched to inspect potholes in the order they're received. Crews will temporarily patch the pothole to make it safe and complete the permanent repair within the next couple of days, weather permitting.
If you see a pothole, report it through the MyNorfolk app or online portal. Be sure to include a description of the pothole and the nearest street location to help Public Works Streets & Bridges crews make the repair as soon as possible.
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New! Property Auctions
Our Department of Housing and Community Development is preparing a new online auction process for dispensing vacant city-owned properties. This new program is designed with an equitable bidding process that prioritizes economic inclusion, neighborhood strategic plans and owner-occupied home ownership. The first round of properties is scheduled to be available for review in late April.
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Preschool Matters!
Do you have a child that will be 3 or 4 years old by September 30?
The Department of Early Learning and Title I is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 school year. Norfolk Public Schools offers high-quality preschool for qualifying children.
Preschool classes are free, in-person, and five days a week.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to see if you qualify for this important first step in your child’s education because preschool matters!
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Head's Up, 757!
Starting April 9, calls must include the area code plus the seven digit telephone number for all local calls. To ensure a continuing supply of telephone numbers, the State Corporation Commission approved the addition of a new area code, 948, to the geographic region served by the 757 area code. Telephone service providers will issue new numbers with the 948 area code in our service area. Calls to this area code will not incur a long distance charge.
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Shopping for a New Job?
We're hosting two "Just Start" public service career fairs at MacArthur Center in April. From Accountants to Zookeepers, a range of opportunities are available - and we need YOU! Benefits include competitive pay, health and wellness programs and a $5000 sign-on bonus.
Need help preparing for the upcoming career fairs? Then don't miss the "Jump Start" interview skills workshops presented by Norfolk Works and the Hampton Roads Workforce Council.
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Poetry on the Pavement Exhibition & Open Mic Night
April 1, 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Offsite Gallery, MacArthur Center
FY23 Budget Public Hearing
April 6, 6:00 p.m.
Granby High School
National Poetry Month Virtual Workshop
April 9, 11:00 a.m.
Email for the Zoom details
Parks & Rec Spring Break Camp
April 11 - 15
Bayview Recreation Center
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Our WELDNOW training program, presented in partnership with Norfolk Works, Tidewater Community College and Lyon Shipyard, is heating up. Participants earn industry-recognized welding credentials to qualify for entry-level maritime and advanced manufacturing jobs in just six weeks. Upon completion, participants are guaranteed an interview for a full-time position at Lyon Shipyard with competitive wages and benefits. Sessions begin in April and May, and spots are limited, so don't wait to fire up your future! Contact Norfolk Works at (757) 763-6064 or email to learn more. |
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Celebrate Earth Day with KNB
The 53rd anniversary of Earth Day is April 22! Keep Norfolk Beautiful (KNB) is celebrating with the following opportunities for you to make a difference.
Drive-thru Special Waste Collection &
Litter Clean-up
Saturday, April 9
9 a.m. - noon
Southside STEM Academy
KNB will collect electronics, household hazardous waste like old paint and chemicals, grocery plastic bags, plastic film and provide secure shredding on-site.
Neighborhood Clean-up
Northside Park
Saturday, April 23
9 a.m. - noon
Consider hosting a clean-up in your neighborhood or reach out to KNB for a site needing some love. KNB will provide clean-up supplies and volunteers, if needed. Find out more. |
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Opportunities for Home-Based Childcare Providers
If you're an in-home childcare provider in the City of Norfolk caring for one or more children in your home, you're required to be a certified by Norfolk's Home-Based Childcare Network (HCN). The HCN is designed to increase opportunities for entrepreneurship, provide training and resources to caregivers, and assure parents of safe, high-quality day care for their kids.
HCN Spring Orientation
Tuesday, April 5 (6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.)
TCC Norfolk Campus Student Center (310 Granby Street, Suite 5501)
For more information, contact Roniko Richardson at (757) 705-4378 or by email. |
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Grants Are Available!
The Norfolk Arts Commission awards grants to not-for-profit organizations that benefit the residents of Norfolk through visual, educational, performing arts and cultural programs. The deadline for applications is May 13. Learn more about grants and how to apply on the Norfolk Arts website. Email or call 757-274-2819. |
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Poetry on the Pavement
In honor of National Poetry Month, Norfolk Arts will stencil sidewalks on Friday, April 8, at the Huntersville Community Center (830 Goff Street) and Saturday, April 9, at the Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library (2350 Berkeley Avenue) as part of their ongoing Poetry on the Pavement public art project.
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