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Fire department staffing and four-shift schedule

Norfolk

Summary

The new budget adds over 40 firefighter/EMTs and makes Norfolk the first locality in the area to move to four shifts, aimed at cutting overtime and improving response times.

At a glance

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Last discussed May 12, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Funded within the FY 2027 operating budget; exact cost not stated.

✅Who benefits

All residents get faster emergency response; firefighters get reduced overtime.

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