Scott R. Guirlinger
Candidate for Norfolk City Council, Ward 1
Background
- Occupation
- Software design team leader at Hexagon; president of the Wards Corner Civic League
- Campaign website
- guirlingerforward1.com
A Norfolk resident since 2005 who has served nearly a decade as president of the Wards Corner Civic League and represented Ward 1 on the NFK2050 advisory committee. He has worked for 18 years at Hexagon, a technology company, where he leads a software design team.
Documented positions
Public safety
Pledges full police staffing and community-focused policing.
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“I will prioritize full staffing, strong resources, and community-focused policing so that every neighborhood feels safe”
Education
Pledges to work with School Board on accountability.
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“I will work closely with the School Board to ensure accountability, transparency, and a sense of urgency.”
Economy & jobs
Proposes easing business startups and growing the Innovation Corridor.
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“I will make it easier for businesses to start and grow in Norfolk”
All sources (4)
- Sample ballots by ward and list of qualified local candidates, November 3, 2026 General & Special Elections
Election filing · City of Norfolk Office of Elections · norfolk.gov
- List of Qualified Local Candidates for November 3, 2026 General Election (updated 9/18/2026)
Election filing · City of Norfolk Office of Elections · norfolk.gov
- Candidate list, November 3, 2026 General Election: City of Norfolk (all offices)
Election filing · Virginia Department of Elections · elections.virginia.gov
- Scott Guirlinger for Norfolk City Council - Ward 1
Campaign website · Friends of Scott Guirlinger · guirlingerforward1.com
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