NORFOLK, Va. — Author's note: The video above is on file from a separate story about a forum for ARPA funding that aired on November 14, 2021.
The city of Norfolk was given $154.1 million in funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and leaders are seeking community input on how the money should be spent.
If you're a resident who has ideas, there are a few ways you can make your voice heard.
There are several drop-boxes across the city where you can submit your thoughts. These boxes are at the following locations:
- Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library
- Jordan- Newby Anchor Branch Library
- Richard A. Tucker Memorial Library
- Berkley Recreation Center
- East Ocean View Recreation Center
- Lambert's Point Community Center
- Norview Community Center
- Huntersville Multi-Service Center
- Calvert Square Envision Center
- People First Office
You can also submit feedback online by clicking here or by e-mailing your thoughts to ARPACommunication@norfolk.gov.
You can see what the community is saying by clicking here to view a Public Engagement Dashboard. That's updated daily.
Norfolk City Council members Andria McClellan and Danica Royster will be hosting a virtual town hall meeting to discuss ARPA funds on Jan. 27 at 6 p.m. That's a Thursday.
If you want to attend and speak at the virtual meeting, please register with the Clerk’s office no later than 3 p.m. on Jan. 27 by calling 757-664-4253 or emailing ccouncil@norfolk.gov.
A public hearing will be scheduled at a later time.