data/resources/norfolk_va.json

{
  "city": "Norfolk",
  "state": "Virginia",
  "tenant_id": "norfolk_va",
  "legal_notes": {
      "behavioral_health": "state_posts_only",
      "csb_authority": "state",
      "events_source": "city_official_site",
      "transit_source": "city",
      "trash_source": "city",
      "public_safety_source": "city",
      "warming_center_authority": "city",
      "sexual_health_authority": "state"
  },
  "official_links": {
      "city_homepage": "https://www.norfolk.gov/",
      "events_calendar": "https://www.norfolk.gov/Calendar",
      "public_works": "https://www.norfolk.gov/PublicWorks",
      "transit": "https://www.gohrt.com/",
      "libraries": "https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/",
      "parks_and_recreation": "https://www.norfolk.gov/ParksRec",
      "emergency_management": "https://www.norfolk.gov/EmergencyManagement",
      "warming_centers": "https://www.norfolk.gov/Home/Components/News/News/15568/672"
  },
  "services": {
      "behavioral_health": {
          "allowed": true,
          "authority": "state",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "name": "Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services",
                  "link": "https://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/",
                  "phone": "800-273-8255",
                  "notes": "Statewide crisis line for mental health, substance use, and developmental disability crises. Penny should gently steer people here if they mention a crisis."
              },
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Community Services Board",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolkcsb.org/",
                  "phone": "757-664-7000",
                  "notes": "Local CSB providing mental health, substance abuse, and developmental disability services for Norfolk residents."
              }
          ]
      },
      "sexual_health": {
          "allowed": true,
          "authority": "state",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "name": "Virginia Department of Health – STD Program",
                  "link": "https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/std/",
                  "phone": "757-683-2741",
                  "notes": "State program that supports STD testing and treatment across all Virginia counties."
              },
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Health Department – Sexual Health Clinic",
                  "link": "https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/norfolk/",
                  "phone": "757-683-2741",
                  "notes": "Local health department clinic offering STI testing and treatment for Norfolk residents."
              }
          ]
      },
      "warming_and_cooling_centers": {
          "authority": "city",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Recreation Centers – Warming Center",
                  "address": "Varies by activation",
                  "season": "winter",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolk.gov/ParksRec",
                  "notes": "City recreation centers are activated as temporary warming centers during extreme cold weather. Penny should remind users to check for current activation alerts or call ahead."
              },
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Public Library Branches – Cooling Center",
                  "address": "Varies by branch",
                  "season": "summer",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/",
                  "notes": "Public library branches serve as cooling centers during extreme heat. Check with individual branches for activation status."
              }
          ]
      },
      "trash_and_recycling": {
          "authority": "city",
          "pickup_days": "Varies by address. Residents should check their collection schedule on the city website or call Public Works.",
          "holiday_schedule_link": "https://www.norfolk.gov/PublicWorks"
      },
      "transit": {
          "authority": "city",
          "provider": "Hampton Roads Transit (HRT)",
          "routes_link": "https://www.gohrt.com/routes/",
          "planner_link": "https://www.gohrt.com/"
      },
      "emergency": {
          "authority": "city",
          "alerts_link": "https://www.norfolk.gov/EmergencyManagement",
          "non_emergency_phone": "757-441-5610",
          "emergency_management_link": "https://www.norfolk.gov/EmergencyManagement"
      },
      "libraries": {
          "authority": "city",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "branch": "Norfolk Public Library – Slover Library",
                  "address": "235 E Plume St, Norfolk, VA 23510",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/",
                  "notes": "Main branch of the Norfolk Public Library system. Great place for computer access, study space, and community programs."
              },
              {
                  "branch": "Norfolk Public Library – Larchmont Branch",
                  "address": "6525 Hampton Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23508",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolkpubliclibrary.org/",
                  "notes": "Neighborhood branch library serving the Larchmont area with programs and services."
              }
          ]
      },
      "food_assistance": {
          "authority": "city",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "name": "Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore",
                  "address": "800 Tidewater Dr, Norfolk, VA 23504",
                  "link": "https://foodbankonline.org/",
                  "phone": "757-627-6599",
                  "notes": "Regional food bank serving Norfolk and surrounding areas. Provides food assistance and operates food pantries throughout the region."
              },
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Emergency Shelter Team (NEST)",
                  "address": "Varies by location",
                  "link": "https://www.nestnorfolk.org/",
                  "phone": "757-622-6400",
                  "notes": "Provides emergency shelter and food assistance for individuals experiencing homelessness. Locations vary by season."
              }
          ]
      },
      "shelters": {
          "authority": "city",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Emergency Shelter Team (NEST)",
                  "address": "Varies by location",
                  "link": "https://www.nestnorfolk.org/",
                  "phone": "757-622-6400",
                  "notes": "Emergency shelter services for individuals experiencing homelessness. Locations and availability vary by season and capacity."
              },
              {
                  "name": "Union Mission Ministries",
                  "address": "5100 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502",
                  "link": "https://www.unionmissionministries.org/",
                  "phone": "757-627-8686",
                  "notes": "Provides emergency shelter, meals, and support services for men, women, and families."
              }
          ]
      },
      "health_services": {
          "authority": "city",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Community Health Center",
                  "address": "606 E Princess Anne Rd, Norfolk, VA 23510",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolkchc.org/",
                  "phone": "757-622-2200",
                  "notes": "Community health center providing primary care, dental, and behavioral health services on a sliding fee scale."
              },
              {
                  "name": "Sentara Norfolk General Hospital",
                  "address": "600 Gresham Dr, Norfolk, VA 23507",
                  "link": "https://www.sentara.com/",
                  "phone": "757-388-3000",
                  "notes": "Major hospital providing emergency and comprehensive medical services."
              }
          ]
      },
      "community_centers": {
          "authority": "city",
          "resources": [
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Recreation Center – Huntersville",
                  "address": "830 Goff St, Norfolk, VA 23504",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolk.gov/ParksRec",
                  "notes": "Recreation center with community programming, youth activities, and senior programs."
              },
              {
                  "name": "Norfolk Recreation Center – Barron Black",
                  "address": "1000 E Tanners Creek Dr, Norfolk, VA 23518",
                  "link": "https://www.norfolk.gov/ParksRec",
                  "notes": "Neighborhood recreation center offering fitness classes, youth programs, and community events."
              }
          ]
      }
  }
}