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Funk Promoted to Lieutenant

Aug 09, 2023

The Norfolk Fire Division is pleased to announce the promotion of Firefighter/Paramedic Sam Funk to the position of Lieutenant. 

Funk succeeds…

Public Project Update Meeting

Aug 09, 2023

The public is invited to a project update meeting highlighting Benjamin Avenue, 1st Street construction, and Michigan Avenue work Wednesday, August 16 at the Norfolk City Council Chambers (309 North 5th Street) from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Representatives from the project contractors will be on hand to share current progress and answer questions.

Attendees are asked to park on the west…

North Victory Road Closure

Aug 08, 2023

As Asphalt overlay and concrete repair work continues, North Victory Road will be closed north of Benjamin Avenue continuing north 1/2 of a mile.  This section of roadway will be closed starting Wednesday, August 9th.

A detour map to access Victory Road is below. Truck traffic is to utilize Highway 35, Industrial Road, High Point Road, and Highway 81.  

Work is expected to last four…

Norfolk Fire Pins Three New Firefighters

Aug 07, 2023

Congratulations to Micah Baumgartel, Ashley Dittberner, and CJ Neumann who were all sworn in as Norfolk Fire’s newest firefighters during a badge pinning ceremony!

 

2023 Norfolk 101: Citizens Academy will be starting in September

Aug 07, 2023

Whether a person has lived in Norfolk all their life or recently moved here- Norfolk 101: Citizens Academy gives them a unique chance to see how city government works.

Get a close up look at the city’s snow plows, take a peek inside a city jail, and learn what happens to wastewater. Norfolk 101 offers residents of Norfolk an opportunity to learn things about the city they might not have…

East Monroe Avenue Closure

Jul 28, 2023

Asphalt overlay and concrete repair work continues next week. Beginning Monday, July 31 East Monroe Avenue will be completely closed from 1st Street to the Transfer Station. 4th Street to 1st Street will be partially closed with flagging operations.

A detour route of 1st street to Omaha Avenue then east on Omaha Avenue/Highway 275, then south on Victory Road should be used. 

Work…

Valli Hi Road Closure

Jul 27, 2023

Beginning Tuesday, August 1, Valli Hi Road will be closed at the intersection of Benjamin Avenue for concrete repairs. The closure should last until August 10 weather permitting. Benjamin Avenue will remain open.

Thank you for your cooperation and if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Street Division at 402-844-2180.

Benjamin Avenue Video Update

Jul 26, 2023

Anna Allen, Assistant City Engineer, provides an update on Benjamin Avenue traffic changes.

Michigan Avenue Construction Update

Jul 21, 2023

Anna Allen, Assistant City Engineer provides an update on Michigan Avenue Construction.

Water Tower Demo

Jul 19, 2023

Demolition of the water town on North 25th Street took place July 19, 2023.