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 hear the latest from the mayor. Norfolk 101 offers residents of Norfolk an opportunity to learn things about the city they might not have known before.

“Norfolk 101 is a great way for citizens to get a behind-the-scenes look at city management and operations. We encourage anyone interested in our city’s growth and progress to participate,” said Norfolk Mayor Josh Moenning. 

During Norfolk 101, participants meet with City managers who will give overviews of their divisions including tours offered at many city facility locations.

A limit of eighteen people can participate in the program that will be held every Tuesday evening, beginning September 20, 2022, for seven weeks from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with a meeting with City Council members the eighth week. 

Participants must be 18 years of age or older. Forms and schedules are available at the City Administration Building at 309 North 5th Street. Applications must be submitted by September 9, 2022. They are also available online at https://norfolkne.gov/government/departments/communications-office/norfolk-101-citizens-academy.html. Completed applications can be mailed to Norfolk 101, City of Norfolk, 309 N. 5th Street, Norfolk, NE 68701, or can be emailed to . There is no fee to participate in the program.

The first 18 who have signed up for the program will be notified the week of September 12, 2022. Any questions? Call Nick Stevenson, City of Norfolk Communications Manager, at 402-844-2034.