The City of Norfolk has closed the outside southbound lane on 1st Street from Benjamin Avenue to Elm Avenue.

The snow melt is compromising any patch work completed. The lane will reopen once more of the snow melt dissipates. Repair of this section of road will be contracted out in the spring. 

If there are any questions or concerns, please call the City of Norfolk Engineering Division…

The survey results for a Downtown Management Plan are now available to view. The City of Norfolk received public input to help identify community priorities for the River Point District. 

Results of this survey will provide the City with regional perspectives surrounding the dynamics of Downtown Norfolk’s economy, environment, and experience.

The survey was prepared by Progressive…

The Norfolk City Council approved Mayor Josh Moenning’s appointment of Justin Snorton as Ward 3 representative. The Council seat opened as a result of Gary Jackson’s resignation in January.

Snorton has been…

Scott Cordes, Assistant City Administrator and Public Safety Director, has announced his resignation from the City of Norfolk as he has been appointed Nebraska State Fire Marshal by Governor Jim Pillen. 

Cordes…

Visitors to Norfolk’s Ta-Ha-Zouka Park campground can now make reservations online for a…

The snow emergency that went into effect 12:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 18, 2023 is cancelled effective 3:00 p.m. Thursday, January 19, 2023. 

Residents are asked to move their vehicles to the odd side of street once it has been plowed to allow crews to fully clear the roadways. 

Citizens are reminded that as per Section 22-1 of the City Code, it is the responsibility of the owner…

After notice of the resignation of Councilman Gary Jackson, a City Council seat for Ward 3 is open for applications. On Tuesday, January 17, the resignation of Councilman Jackson was approved. Jackson cited health reasons for the resignation.

“It has been a great honor and pleasure to serve with the city staff, Mayor Moenning, and the current council,” Jackson stated in a letter. “It has…

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Madison County from 6:00 a.m. Wednesday until 6:00 a.m. Thursday. Forecasted snowfall is expected to reach 6-12 inches. For public safety and more efficient snow removal, the City of Norfolk has declared a Snow Emergency effective at 12:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 18 until further notice. 

No parking is allowed at all on cul-de-sacs…

Residents who plant a new tree can receive reimbursement for that tree thanks to a new program. The Re-Tree Program offers 100% reimbursement (up to $100) for the purchase of trees that are planted in locations in or near a terrace (up to 12 feet from back of curb).

“Because terrace trees help prevent runoff and protect infrastructure, provide shade and cooling, and beautify our community…

Given the precarious circumstances surrounding North Fork Area Transit’s financial situation related to fraud and embezzlement allegations against its former director, City of Norfolk officials released the following joint statement of the mayor, city council, and city administrator. 

“The circumstances of North Fork Area Transit’s current financial situation are unfortunate and maddening.…