City of Norfolk School Construction Sales Tax Referendum (Up to 1%)
Norfolk city, Virginia
My vote power: High
What does this measure do?
Supports: Public Infrastructure
Norfolk voters could let City Council add up to 1% to the sales tax through June 2046 for new public schools and major renovations. People buying taxable goods in Norfolk would pay; groceries and essential hygiene products are exempt.
Read the official ballot measure
Proposed by: Norfolk City Council (unanimous vote, August 2026)
The city's elected council. In August 2026 all members voted to put the school sales tax on the ballot. The council said the vote lets residents decide, not the council.
Source: wtkr.com
A YES vote means
Allow City Council to enact up to a 1% local sales tax for new school construction and major renovations, ending by June 30, 2046.
A NO vote means
Do not authorize the added local sales tax for school construction or major renovations.
Source: norfolk.gov