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Skate Park Pump Track Prep

Jul 18, 2023

Prep work is underway at Norfolk's Skate Park for the new pump track!!
 

Skyview Lake Water Levels

Jul 13, 2023

Water levels at Skyview Lake will be back to normal soon!

Johnson Park Work Underway

Jul 12, 2023

Work is underway in Johnson Park in preparation for all the new features coming soon!!

Ta-Ha-Zouka Bridge Now Open

Jul 11, 2023

The Ta-Ha-Zouka bridge is now open!
 

Johnson Park To Close Next Week

Jun 28, 2023

Beginning next week, Johnson Park will be closed for the reconstruction project. During that time City staff will be removing the shelter, picnic tables, poles, and playground features. This project is anticipated to last until the spring of 2024. 

Residents can use other parks in the area such as Warren Cook Park, Winter Park, and North 4th Street Park. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.…

Enhance Your Landscape With Reimbursement Programs

Jun 15, 2023

Residents can receive reimbursement on landscape improvements from the City of Norfolk thanks to a pair of programs. The Re-Tree Program offers 100% reimbursement (up to $100), to homeowners within City limits, for the purchase of trees that are planted in locations in or near the terrace (up to 12 feet from back of curb).

The Lawn Conversion Program, which is replacing your current lawn…

Nominations Sought for 2023 Green Leaf Award

Jun 14, 2023

It is time once again for Green Leaf Award nominations to be submitted to the Norfolk Tree Advisory Board. The Green Leaf Award is presented annually to a business and resident in Norfolk for their landscape efforts and accomplishments. This year will mark the 11th year that the City of Norfolk Tree Advisory Board has awarded the Green Leaf Award to a business, and residence, that has exceptional…

Ta-Ha-Zouka Improvements Agreement Passed by Council

Jun 06, 2023

On Monday, the Norfolk City Council gave approval to an agreement with Norfolk Public Schools and Northeast Community College for improvements to Ta-Ha-Zouka Park. As part of the agreement, both schools are investing $400,000 as well as 50% of the operating costs towards their portion of their usage.

“Northeast Community College supports this collaborative engagement as our softball team…

Ta-Ha-Zouka Park Bridge Replacement

May 25, 2023

Work has begun on the Ta-Ha-Zouka Park bridge replacement project.