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Tourism Awareness Contest

Here it is! Another fun-filled contest for National Tourism Week that will test your sleuthing skills as well as bring to your attention a very important location in Newport News. This year our contest focuses on just one location. Eight clues will be given to include corresponding pictures. There is plenty of time for you to enter and determine what this essential Newport News location is.

Piggy bank with coins spread out in frontReal Estate Tax Relief

The City of Newport News offers real estate tax relief for elderly and disabled Newport News homeowners. The application period is April 1 through August 31 each year. Relief is available in three levels (full exemption, partial exemption and deferral) depending on income and assets. Any relief awarded during this period will apply to the homeowner’s December 2008 and June 2009 tax bills. Applications are available online and can also be obtained at either location of the Commissioner of the Revenue’s office – 2400 Washington Avenue or 12912 Jefferson Avenue – or by contacting their office at 926-3535 or commish@nngov.com.

US CurrencyFY 2009 Proposed Operating Budget

The City Manager presented his proposed Fiscal Year 2008-2009 budget to City Council on Tuesday, March 25. The proposed FY09 budget can be viewed online and is also available for review at all Newport News public libraries.

Photo Mayor Frank superimposed on a maroon background2008 State of the City Address

Mayor Joe S. Frank gave the 2008 State of the City Address at the March 11 City Council meeting. The text of his speech is available online.

In the Spotlight

Debris Management Plan Receives FEMA Approval

The City of Newport News Public Works Department’s Debris Management Plan has received FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) approval, a requirement for agencies to participate in the Public Assistance (PA) Pilot Program.

NNFD Free Water Safety Event

Learn how to fit your child for a life vest (a limited number of vests will be distributed free)! Free admission and free activities (*Pool fee required - bring swim attire). Event sponsored by the Newport News Fire Department.

Alternate Street Parking for Wednesdays Street Sweeping Scheduled Changed

Effective April 1st, Street Sweeping, which was previously scheduled on Wednesdays, will now take place on Fridays.
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2400 Washington Avenue
Newport News, VA 23607
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700 Town Center Drive
Newport News, VA 23606
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