Category: Norfolk

Norfolk real estate tax relief coming

According to the Virginian-Pilot, Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim will be announcing a "significant reduction" in the real estate tax rate at tomorrow's State of the City Address. The remarks were made in conjunction with a hearing on SB899, a bill sponsored by Nick Rerras (R-6th), which the Pilot reports was tabled yesterday. This bill would … Continue reading Norfolk real estate tax relief coming →

In case you were wondering

You Are 48% Democratic You aren't a full fledged Democrat yet, but it's likely the party that fits you best.You probably consider yourself an independent Democrat. You usually support the party, but you also think for yourself! How Democratic Are You? You Are 0% Republican If you have anything in common with the Republican party, … Continue reading In case you were wondering →

Mayor’s remarks on Riddick

In case you were unable to attend last Tuesday's Norfolk council meeting, the Virginian-Pilot reprinted the statement read by Mayor Paul Fraim regarding the removal of Paul Riddick from his vice mayor's position. (I really wish the Pilot would post op-eds to PilotOnline.)

Tax on tax nixed in Senate

The Senate passed SB 772 last Monday and it now moves on to the house. This nixes the tax on tax proposed by Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue Sharon McDonald.

HB 3157: Making it harder to run for office

Brian over at Bearing Drift tips us off to HB 3157, which is just a bad bill, as it raises the bar for those seeking office, in particular local candidates. Why in the world would you want to reduce the number of candidates, when so few are willing to run? The 125 petition signatures now … Continue reading HB 3157: Making it harder to run for office →

They came, they saw, they were defeated

I could tell by the line of cars going into the Union Street garage that tonight's Norfolk council meeting was going to be packed. Entering City Hall was a line of folks, showing the overwhelmed guard their IDs. (Since 9/11, you have to show ID to get in.) Fortunately for me, the guard recognized me … Continue reading They came, they saw, they were defeated →

Riddick ousted as vice mayor

The council meeting is not quite over but the vote has been taken. The motion was made by Barclay Winn and seconded by Randy Wright. The vote was 6-2 to remove Riddick. Following that, a motion was made, again by Winn, this time seconded by Don Williams, to make Anthony Burfoot the new vice mayor. … Continue reading Riddick ousted as vice mayor →

Likely vote on VM Riddick

The Virginian-Pilot confirms today what I've heard about tonight's council meeting. There are apparently enough votes - five - to remove Paul Riddick from his largely ceremonial position as vice mayor. According to the Pilot, the replacement will be Ward 3 councilman Anthony Burfoot. Why Burfoot, you ask? Well, that would be because there is … Continue reading Likely vote on VM Riddick →

SOTU Speech & Webb response parties

Tomorrow President Bush will give his State of the Union address. The Democratic response will be provided by Virginia's junior senator, Jim Webb. Webb supporters throughout Hampton Roads will be gathering to watch. When: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 8:30pm Where: Three locations in Hampton Roads Norfolk The New Belmont 2117 Colonial Ave Norfolk, VA … Continue reading SOTU Speech & Webb response parties →