Norfolk City Council Work Session - June 9, 2026

The Norfolk City Council held a work session on June 9, 2026, focusing on several key municipal issues including preparations for upcoming festivals, hurricane season readiness, and city planning updates. Procurement-related discussions included the annual establishment of a festival area ordinance with modifications for extended street closures to support public safety and business protection during major events like Harborfest and Sail 250. The council also reviewed updated memorandums of understanding with local hospitals and schools to support emergency shelter operations, including meal services and medical care coordination. Additionally, the council received a comprehensive update on the city's emergency operations plan and a new flood parking strategy to mitigate vehicle damage during coastal flooding. Planning commission recommendations were presented for multiple rezoning and conditional use permit requests, including commercial and mixed-use developments, a new car wash, and short-term rental approvals, with several motions passed to approve these requests. The council also discussed updates to historic district design guidelines, emphasizing community engagement and potential future council input. The session concluded with a closed meeting to discuss real property disposition and legal matters related to city employee compensation and facility naming.