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Norfolk City Council held work and regular sessions with presentations on spring/summer events and summer youth programming, conducted a closed session on appointments and a confidential economic development project, and adopted the FY2027 budget while approving multiple ordinances and appointments.
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Council approved the city’s operating budget for the year beginning July 1, 2026, keeping the real estate tax rate at $1.23 per $100 of assessed value, which funds city services for the coming year. The meeting also cleared a street closure needed for construction of the Harbor Park pump station (which may affect local access during construction), denied a short-term rental request on West Ocean View Avenue, approved a restaurant’s conditional use to sell alcohol and host live entertainment, and authorized several smaller grant appropriations for behavioral health services. Residents can also expect a full summer events schedule and expanded youth programming described during the work session.
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