Norfolk Voters Decide School Tax | Virginia Beach News

Norfolk voters face a pivotal November decision: approve a one-percentage-point sales tax hike to fund schools. If passed, every cent will go directly to Norfolk Public Schools, raising the total sales tax to seven percent. The unanimous City Council vote and passionate public debate reflect deep community concern — with councilman Carlos Clanton warning of $600 million in mounting building repairs, and superintendent Dr. Jeff Rose framing it as an investment in the entire community’s future. The outcome will shape how Norfolk supports its children — and who gets to decide. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2d9e48e7310aa1f2