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Norfolk City Council

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Term
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Election
Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The city council sets City of Norfolk's budget, tax rates and ordinances and appoints the city manager.

Scott R. Guirlinger

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Software design team leader at Hexagon; president of the Wards Corner Civic League

The gist

  • Pledges full police staffing and community-focused policing.
  • Pledges to work with School Board on accountability.
  • Proposes easing business startups and growing the Innovation Corridor.
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  1. Pledges full police staffing and community-focused policing.

    Scott Guirlinger for Norfolk City Council - Ward 1

    Campaign website · Friends of Scott Guirlinger · guirlingerforward1.com

    “I will prioritize full staffing, strong resources, and community-focused policing so that every neighborhood feels safe”

  2. Pledges to work with School Board on accountability.

    Scott Guirlinger for Norfolk City Council - Ward 1

    Campaign website · Friends of Scott Guirlinger · guirlingerforward1.com

    “I will work closely with the School Board to ensure accountability, transparency, and a sense of urgency.”

  3. Proposes easing business startups and growing the Innovation Corridor.

    Scott Guirlinger for Norfolk City Council - Ward 1

    Campaign website · Friends of Scott Guirlinger · guirlingerforward1.com

    “I will make it easier for businesses to start and grow in Norfolk”

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