Category: Norfolk

DYK: Norfolk’s Ward System

An earlier comment by a poster reminded me that I needed to write a piece on the ward system. Come May, the ward system in place in Norfolk since 1992 will change slightly, expanding from its current seven members to eight with the election of a mayor. The mayor will be elected at-large, meaning he … Continue reading DYK: Norfolk’s Ward System →

Apply for Norfolk’s Real Estate Tax Relief

Applications for the City of Norfolk's Tax Relief program are now being accepted. Note that you must apply every year for this program. The eligibility for this program are: 65 years of age or totally disabled Live in the property to be exempted Income of all relatives living in the property combined cannot exceed $50,000 … Continue reading Apply for Norfolk’s Real Estate Tax Relief →

Candidates’ forum

Upcoming forums: Colonial Place/Riverview Civic Leage - Ward 2 candidates. April 10, 7pm. Tabb's Restauarant on Granby Street. Ghent Civic League - Mayoral and Ward 2 candidates. April 17, 7-9 pm, Maury High School. Contact Sharon Plawsin at 446-2413 for information.

Candidates’ Forum

Short notice, I know, but Thursday, April 6, there will be a Council candidates' forum at the Ocean View Senior Center at 7pm. This is a joint meeting of the East Ocean View, Cottage Line, and Pinewell civic leagues. I understand that the candidates for Mayor - Paul Fraim and Dan Montague - as well … Continue reading Candidates’ Forum →

Candidate profile: Andy Wallach

As promised in my Open Letter to Norfolk Council Candidates, here is the first candidate to respond - Andy Wallach - in his own words:   Andy Wallach for City Council   I am Andy Wallach and I am running for Norfolk City Council as the Ward 2 representative in the May election. I request … Continue reading Candidate profile: Andy Wallach →

Norfolk Real Estate Taxes: deferral?

In case you missed it, today's Virginian-Pilot has a piece about a proposed deferral program for real estate taxes, which council is looking at in lieu of a signficant rate reduction. However, Winn is pushing a tax deferral program that essentially would allow long-time residents to defer assessment increases of 5 percent or more each … Continue reading Norfolk Real Estate Taxes: deferral? →

Community news update

COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: Forward Norfolk, a political action committee, will hold a city-wide Community Conversation at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the YWCA, 5215 Colley Ave. Participants will discuss issues facing Norfolk. There will be break-out sessions by wards to address issues in neighborhoods. Results from the general forum and ward sessions will be presented to City … Continue reading Community news update →

Upcoming candidates’ forums

The Compass today had notice of a couple of candidates' forums. Hosted by civic leagues, these forums are generally open to the public. This is an opportunity for you to hear - up close and personal - the views of the people you will be voting for on May 2. CANDIDATES SPEAK: Candidates for the … Continue reading Upcoming candidates’ forums →

DYK: Local campaign finance

There has been some talk around the blogsphere regarding the debt that certain candidates incurred. I have heard that Dennis Kucinich is still carrying debt from his 2004 presidential run. Creigh Deeds has debt from the recount. Former Lt Gov candidate Chap Peterson ended his primary run in debt. What do all of these candidates … Continue reading DYK: Local campaign finance →

Pit bull attacks Hester

Vice Mayor Daun S. Hester was injured when a pit bull attacked her dog Monday morning. While the owner of the dog has yet to be identified, the passage of HB340 should result in penalties. I wish Mrs. Hester and her dog, Tootsie, a speedy recovery.