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1 & 6 Year Street Improvement Plan Open House
An informational meeting will be held on Monday, May 13, 2024 at the Norfolk Public Library, 308 Prospect Avenue, Norfolk, Nebraska, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. to gather community input on the City of Norfolk One & Six Year Street Improvement Plan.
If you have any questions, please contact Engineering at 402-844-2020.
Whitewater Project Provides Training Opportunity
Norfolk Fire dived into unique training waters as they gear up for the City's upcoming North Fork Whitewater Park project. With construction underway, the Norfolk Fire Division took to the north fork of the Elkhorn…
Mayor Moenning Proclaims May 1, 2024, Loyalty Day
Mayor Josh Moenning has proclaimed May 1, 2024, as Loyalty Day in Norfolk. A full evening of activities is set to take place today, beginning at 5:00 at the Norfolk VFW!
Check out the Norfolk VFW's Loyalty Day…
Water Division Open House
The City of Norfolk is observing Drinking Water Week (May 6-12) by inviting the public to learn about how truly vital clean, safe water is in daily life and its role in protecting public health and the environment now and in the future. This year, Drinking Water Week encourages participants to recognize and honor the critical work that water professionals accomplish around the clock to deliver quality…
Surf Feature Testing
Testing took place on the surf feature at the North Fork Whitewater Park!
PSA– Outdoor Warning/Severe Weather Sirens
After the recent severe weather threats our area received, there have been some questions regarding outdoor warning sirens. Back in 2021, the National Weather Service made a change in storm classifications, which in part affect when outdoor warning sirens are activated. In an effort to warn citizens earlier to give more time to seek shelter, counties throughout Nebraska made changes, as well, including…
Hydrant Flushing Week 2
The Norfolk Water Division began their annual water main flushing program on April 15th, 2024. Flushing will be conducted during the evening and overnight hours beginning at 8:30 PM and concluding at 6:30 AM the following day. Flushing will begin Sunday evening and conclude Thursday morning. No flushing will be performed on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday evenings. It is estimated that the flushing…
City Council Work Session Cancelled
The Norfolk City Council Work Session meeting set to take place Monday, April 22, is cancelled due to a family emergency.
Council and City staff will determine a future date to discuss the agenda items and will promptly notify the public. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.
Smith Sworn in at Norfolk Fire
Congratulations to Adam Smith who was sworn in as Norfolk Fire’s newest firefighter during a badge pinning ceremony!!
Norfolk Runner-Up in Strongest Town Contest
Norfolk, Nebraska, won the runner-up title in the 9th Annual Strongest Town Contest, an international, March Madness-style tournament that celebrates North American cities. Sixteen cities from coast to coast competed for the Strongest Town title by shining a national spotlight on their progress toward safety, financial resiliency, housing and transportation.
It was a close match, and Norfolk…