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Homelessness Point in Time Count

Each year, homeless coalitions across the country conduct a Point in Time Count (PIT) during the same 24-hour period in January to estimate the number of persons experiencing homelessness living in their region. The PIT count includes those living in emergency shelters, transitional housing programs, and those living unsheltered on the street. The PIT count does not include homeless families and youth who are doubled up with family or friends, or those at imminent risk of becoming homeless. The numbers are a “snapshot” on a single day rather than a definitive count. Despite these limitations, the count helps communities plan for programs and services, identifies gaps in the homeless system, and provides demographic information about populations who experience homelessness. This dataset includes key measures that have been counted during each PIT since 2019. This dataset will be updated annually.
Foster Care

The dataset contains demographic and case characteristics of children in foster care each month. The dataset includes the children’s sex, age, race, goal and average time spent in foster care in Norfolk. The data is from Virginia’s Online Automated Services Information System (OASIS). OASIS is a comprehensive system that tracks the day-to-day activities performed by social workers statewide and is the official case record system for foster care and adoption cases in Virginia. This dataset details the work accomplished by staff at the Norfolk Department of Human Services with the goal of finding safe, permanent homes for children in Norfolk’s foster care system. This dataset is updated monthly.
Delinquent Property Taxes

******Disclaimer: This data should not be relied upon for title examination or real estate closing requirements as deferral and tax relief programs may impact the amount due. This data does not include nuisance abatement liens. This dataset includes data on all real estate parcels in the city of Norfolk that are at least one quarter behind on taxes. Payments are processed as received requiring frequent updates to the data for accuracy. City deferral and senior tax relief programs may impact r-portable data. The tax rate, penalty rate and interest rate are prescribed by city ordinance.
Fire-Rescue Calls for Service

Norfolk Fire-Rescue (NFR) responds to a wide range of emergency situations throughout the city, including medical emergencies, fires, rescues, and other critical incidents. Operating 24/7, NFR is committed to protecting the safety and well-being of Norfolk residents through timely and professional service. This dataset provides a daily summary of NFR calls for service, grouped by the date the call was received, the geographic fire station zone, and the type of event. It includes data from January 1, 2014 to the present and is updated daily. The dataset does not contain any personally identifiable information or specific addresses associated with the calls.
FEMA NFIP Claims

First, a caveat: the NFIP data does NOT provide information specific to individual homes or parcels. This information is protected under federal law. All personal identifying information about policy holders has been redacted, and data has been anonymized to census tract, reported ZIP code, and one decimal point digit of latitute and longitude. If mapped, flood insurance policies and claims may appear to be clustered at a particular location due to this anonymization. What all that means: you cannot search for an address to see whether it has flooded. However, among many things, this data shows flooding trends in Norfolk over the last 40+ years. It shows the census tracts that flood most frequently. And it shows where the largest number and highest value of claims occur. FEMA believes this historic release of NFIP data promotes transparency, reduces complexity related to public data requests, and improves how stakeholders interact with and understand the program. This is the largest, most comprehensive release of NFIP data coordinated by FEMA to date. This dataset allows for customizable searches to create reports, analyze and visualize present and historical NFIP data faster and easier than before. This data will help FEMA build a national culture of preparedness by providing claims and policy information people need to make better choices about their flood risk and the insurance they need to protect the life they've built. Norfolk's Open Data team extracted city-specific information from the FEMA dataset. The dataset included here represents almost 6,000 claims on record from 1977 through 2019, totaling 67 million dollars in damage in the City of Norfolk.
Emergency Communications 24-Hour Call Volume

This dataset shows all calls processed by emergency communications personnel in Norfolk, VA. The Emergency Communications Center is where calls are received from the public and then dispatched to public safety personnel (police, fire-rescue). The dataset shows daily (24-hour period of operations) calls and texts processed by emergency communications personnel. This dataset will be updated daily. Please note: Data from April 5, 2023 to May 23, 2023 is not available due to equipment upgrades during this timeframe.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

This dataset contains locations of electric vehicle charging stations in Norfolk, VA as reported by the U.S. Department of Energy in their Alternative Fuels Data Center. Aligned with the City of Norfolk’s Climate Action Plan goal to increase energy efficiency, implement clean energy, and reduce vehicle reliance, electric vehicle charging stations will support the transition to a zero-emissions transportation sector. As electric vehicles become more common in Norfolk, this dataset will allow residents to locate charging stations based on type of charging port, access times, address, and other criteria. If you are aware of an electric vehicle charging port that is not listed, please submit a request via the Department of Energy’s Electric Vehicle Charging Station Locator to help us maintain the most accurate, up-to-date information for residents. This dataset will be updated daily.
City Tree Inventory

This dataset shows all city-managed trees, the majority of which are located on public property, lining streets, or in right of ways. The original inventory of these trees was conducted in the late 1990s/early 2000s by the Norfolk Master Gardeners. No official re-inventory has been conducted since then by City officials or ISA Certified Arborists, however, tree records in this dataset have been and are being updated over time by City Staff. This dataset will be updated in the Open Data Portal every weekday.
Complaints

This dataset provides data from the City of Norfolk’s complaint tracking system. Complaints originate from calls by citizens to the Norfolk Cares Center or are staff reported. The Department of Neighborhood Services and the Department of City Planning address complaints by inspecting properties and, if applicable, notifying property owners of violations. The goal of pursuing compliance is to strengthen neighborhood standards and improve property safety. Types of complaints may include property issues such tall weeds and grass, trash and debris, abandoned vehicles, graffiti, parking in residential areas, and others. This dataset includes a rolling three years of data and will be updated daily. Disclaimer: Unless otherwise indicated, presence in this dataset signifies only that a complaint has been made against the subject property. Presence within this dataset does not reflect any assessment by the City of Norfolk of whether or not the complaint accurately reflects the condition of the property and whether or not the condition of the property violates any applicable law.
Tree Planting Program

Recreation, Parks and Open Space’s Bureau of Parks and Urban Forestry plants hundreds of trees each year along city streets, within city parks, and on other city properties. This dataset gives pertinent tree species information, shows important geographic information about which parts of Norfolk are receiving trees in a given year, and historical data about planting date. City staff utilizes Microsoft excel to track tree planting information. This dataset will show where the City of Norfolk plants its trees on city owned properties. This data is updated annually.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Participation

The Virginia Department of Social Services publishes routine monthly state-wide datasets for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). This dataset highlights Norfolk’s month-by-month data such as number of households and persons receiving assistance and the amount of benefits distributed. Public Assistance households are those where all members receive or are eligible for TANF, TANF Diversionary Assistance, General Relief, or SSI; or any member is eligible for VIEW Transitional Payments.
Tide Sensors

This data is from five tide stations located in waterways throughout Norfolk: Elizabeth River Eastern Branch at Grandy Village, Little Creek at 20th Bay Street, Lafayette River at Mayflower Road, Mason Creek at Granby Street, and Elizabeth River Main Branch at Nauticus. This data will allow users to track and analyze tide levels in the City of Norfolk. The data is updated daily and encompasses a timeframe of September 30, 2020 to present. Note: At the Mason Creek tide gauge, the water flows through a weir system (small dam) that alters the flow characteristics of the water; data from this tide station will differ from the other four tide stations. Disclaimer: The City is making this data available with the understanding that it has not been reviewed or verified by an expert. Although the City makes every effort to ensure the tide gauges are accurate, we cannot guarantee the calibration or proper functioning of the gauges and accurate recording of measured tide levels at all times. In no event will the City of Norfolk be liable for any damages, including but not limited to loss or damage to property, lost profits, business interruption, loss of business information or other pecuniary loss that might arise from the use of this data. Any use of this data is for general information only and shall not be used for any improper purpose.
Annual Revenues

This dataset summarizes the city’s various revenue sources. The revenue dataset reflects money coming into the city; some examples include real estate tax payments, state aid and parking fine collections. The city’s financial system, where revenue collections are recorded daily, is the source for this data. This data also contains current budget information based on the revenue budget adopted by City Council ahead of each fiscal year. This budget allows city staff to monitor and track revenue collections during the year. The data set includes the current fiscal year and two previous fiscal years. *Disclaimer: Revenues will reflect the previous fiscal year’s activity until final entries have been made and the accounting period has been closed. This data is updated daily on weekdays.
Annual Expenditures

This dataset summarizes the city’s cash outlays and accruals for the cost of goods received or services rendered, by department, department unit/division, and expenditure type, for three years; the current fiscal year and two previous fiscal years. The city's fiscal year runs July 1 to June 30. The city’s financial system, where transactions are recorded daily, is the source for this data. The data also contains current budget information. Current budget reflects budget transfers and amendments during the fiscal year that have transpired since City Council adopted the budget prior to the beginning of the current fiscal year. The data is refreshed daily on weekdays, and the expenditure amounts are current as of the date it was last refreshed. *Disclaimer: Expenditures will reflect the previous fiscal year’s activity until final entries have been made and the accounting period has been closed. This data is updated daily on weekdays.
American Rescue Plan Act State and Local Recovery Funds Project Status

The city, through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is the direct recipient of $154,141,050 in State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF). This dataset contains information on the status of City Council approved projects that were made possible by SLFRF. The data comes from the city’s financial system AFMS and city staff. The financial data will be updated daily based on activity in the city’s financial system, AFMS. The remaining data will be updated monthly.
Adoptions

This dataset contains demographic and case characteristics of children in foster care in Norfolk with the goal of adoption. The dataset includes the sex, age, race, placement, parental rights status and adoption status of these children. The data is from Virginia’s Online Automated Services Information System (OASIS). OASIS is a comprehensive system that tracks the day-to-day activities performed by social workers statewide and is the official case record system for foster care and adoption cases in Virginia. This dataset details the work accomplished by staff at the Norfolk Department of Human Services with the goal of finding safe, permanent homes for children in Norfolk’s foster care system. This dataset is updated monthly.
Towing

This dataset contains information from the City’s towing database. The data includes: a list of vehicles currently on the City’s impound lot, VINs, the address where the vehicle was towed and why it was towed and the disposition of the vehicle (sold at auction, released to owner, etc.). This dataset is updated daily. **Important Notice: This fees included in this data are calculated on the day the vehicle is released from city custody. Fees for vehicles still held by the City will be calculated at the time of release and are not considered accurate until that time.
Traffic Crashes

This dataset contains all reportable traffic crashes contained within the physical jurisdiction of the City of Norfolk. The data is owned by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and provided through a public portal by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT): https://www.virginiaroads.org/maps/1a96a2f31b4f4d77991471b6cabb38ba/about. The dataset includes information about the severity of the crash, injuries and fatalities, if alcohol or drugs were involved, driver actions, if pedestrians or bikes were involved, if the driver was speeding, and other important information. This dataset will be updated quarterly.
Public Art

Public art is artwork in public locations where everyone can see and enjoy it. Norfolk is among the great cities that use public art to inspire, educate, beautify and give character to public places. The Public Arts Commission together with city staff, developed policies for the development of artwork that creates a unique image and sense of place for Norfolk. This dataset is a compiled list of existing public art recorded by Norfolk. This data is updated annually. *Please note this dataset does not include the Mermaid Statues.
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Projects - FY24

The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a multi-year plan for capital expenditures to replace, maintain, and expand the city’s infrastructure. The city uses the CIP to develop infrastructure and maintain the quality of life offered to residents and businesses. The capital budget supports non-recurring expenditures, such as the construction of buildings, acquisition of property, repairs, and improvements to roadways, building maintenance, and the efficient operation of the water, sewage, and storm water systems. Capital funding is limited to the cost of the project and may be expended over several fiscal years until the project is completed. This dataset shows the projects that were approved to be included in the FY2024 adopted CIP. Each capital project included in the CIP is either approved for funding in FY2024 or included as a planned project in FY2025 through FY2028. The inclusion of a project beyond the current budget does not guarantee it will be funded in the future. This dataset will not be updated, however, a new dataset will be created each fiscal year for the new CIP.
Resident Survey 2022

The City of Norfolk is committed to using data to help inform decisions and allocate resources. One important source of data is input from residents about their priorities and satisfaction with the services we provide. Norfolk last conducted a citywide survey of residents in 2014. To provide up-to-date information regarding resident priorities and satisfaction, Norfolk contracted with ETC institute to conduct a survey of residents. This survey was conducted in the fall of 2022; surveys were sent via the U.S. Postal Service and respondents were given the choice of responding by mail, online, or by telephone. This survey represents a random and statistically valid sample of residents from across the city. ETC Institute monitored responses and followed up to ensure all sections of the city were represented. An opportunity was also provided for residents not included in the random sample to take the survey and express their views. This dataset includes all survey data, excluding demographic data to protect privacy. This dataset will be updated every two years.
Resident Survey 2022 Demographics

The City of Norfolk is committed to using data to help inform decisions and allocate resources. One important source of data is input from residents about their priorities and satisfaction with the services we provide. Norfolk last conducted a citywide survey of residents in 2014. To provide up-to-date information regarding resident priorities and satisfaction, Norfolk contracted with ETC institute to conduct a survey of residents. This survey was conducted in the fall of 2022; surveys were sent via the U.S. Postal Service and respondents were given the choice of responding by mail, online, or by telephone. This survey represents a random and statistically valid sample of residents from across the city. ETC Institute monitored responses and followed up to ensure all sections of the city were represented. An opportunity was also provided for residents not included in the random sample to take the survey and express their views. This dataset includes all survey data (including demographics questions and responses), with the exception of free form comments and the Ward and Superward that the respondent lived in at the time of the survey. This dataset will be updated every two years.
Resident Survey 2024

The City of Norfolk is committed to using data to inform decisions and allocate resources. An important source of data is input from residents about their priorities and satisfaction with the services we provide. Norfolk last conducted a citywide survey of residents in 2022. To provide up-to-date information regarding resident priorities and satisfaction, Norfolk contracted with ETC Institute to conduct a survey of residents. This survey was conducted in May and June 2024; surveys were sent via the U.S. Postal Service, and respondents were given the choice of responding by mail or online. This survey represents a random and statistically valid sample of residents from across the city, including each Ward. ETC Institute monitored responses and followed up to ensure all sections of the city were represented. Additionally, an opportunity was provided for residents not included in the random sample to take the survey and express their views. This dataset includes all random sample survey data, excluding demographic information and free-form comments to protect privacy. It is grouped by Question Category, Question, Response, Ward, and Superward. This dataset will be updated every two years.
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Projects - FY 2025

The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) is a multi-year plan for capital expenditures to replace, maintain, and expand the city’s infrastructure. The city uses the CIP to develop infrastructure and maintain the quality of life offered to residents and businesses. The capital budget supports non-recurring expenditures, such as the construction of buildings, acquisition of property, repairs, and improvements to roadways, building maintenance, and the efficient operation of the water, sewage, and storm water systems. Capital funding is limited to the cost of the project and may be expended over several fiscal years until the project is completed. This dataset shows the projects that were approved to be included in the FY 2025 Adopted CIP. Each capital project included in the CIP is either approved for funding in FY 2025 or included as a planned project in FY 2026 through FY 2029. The inclusion of a project beyond the current budget does not guarantee it will be funded in the future. This dataset will not be updated, however, a new dataset will be created each fiscal year for the new CIP.
Street Sweeping Schedule

The City of Norfolk’s street sweeping program is designed to remove pollutants such as oil, grease, nutrients, and sediment from the roadway before entering the stormwater system. It supports Norfolk’s initiative for cleaner waterways by reducing pollution and nuisance flooding, minimizing stormwater runoff, and collecting approximately 6,682 tons of debris per year. While the goal of the program is to ensure street sweeping occurs once per month for all neighborhoods, the program is currently experiencing delays due to long lead times on equipment repairs, hiring challenges, and inclement weather. The street sweeping schedule will be temporarily revised to a quarterly rotation until equipment challenges can be addressed. Areas with enforcement signage will continue to be swept monthly, and parking enforcement will not be suspended during this time. This dataset reflects the recent changes in the street sweeping schedule, and shows a listing of the dates that curb in front of Norfolk addresses will be swept. The dataset will be updated at the beginning of each calendar year or as the street sweeping schedule changes.
Resident Survey 2024 Demographics

The City of Norfolk is committed to using data to inform decisions and allocate resources. An important source of data is input from residents about their priorities and satisfaction with the services we provide. Norfolk last conducted a citywide survey of residents in 2022. To provide up-to-date information regarding resident priorities and satisfaction, Norfolk contracted with ETC Institute to conduct a survey of residents. This survey was conducted in May and June 2024; surveys were sent via the U.S. Postal Service, and respondents were given the choice of responding by mail or online. This survey represents a random and statistically valid sample of residents from across the city, including each Ward. ETC Institute monitored responses and followed up to ensure all sections of the city were represented. Additionally, an opportunity was provided for residents not included in the random sample to take the survey and express their views. This dataset includes all random sample survey data including demographic information; it excludes free-form comments to protect privacy. It is grouped by Question Category, Question, Response, Demographic Question, and Demographic Question Response. This dataset will be updated every two years.