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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Norfolk public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
2030 Census counting criteria
Federal proposals would narrow who can be counted in the 2030 Census, and the comment window is short. Norfolk was undercounted in 2020 and risks losing federal funding for health, education, roads, and housing if it happens again — council wants the city to request an extension and file comments.
Homicide spike and violent crime response
Homicides are up to 28 incidents with 29 victims this year, concentrated in historic crime hotspots. Police are deploying extra officers and leadership to those areas and targeting repeat offenders. Councilman Paige reminded colleagues that residents in those neighborhoods — kids and seniors — deserve the same attention as the rest of the city.