NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Norfolk opened five recreation centers to help residents without computer access to receive in-person preregistering for the COVID-19 vaccine.
The recreation centers were open to provide this service, from February 10 until Friday, February 26, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. each day.
Norfolk City officials were able to assist Phase 1b residents, no appointments necessary.
The five recreation centers included:
- Berkley Neighborhood Multi-Service Center, 121 W. Liberty Street
- Sherwood Forest Recreation Center, 4537 Little John Drive
- Norfolk Fitness & Wellness Center, 7300 Newport Avenue
- Park Place Multi-Purpose Center, 606 W. 29th Street
- East Oceanview Recreation Center, 9520 E. 20th Bay St.
Recreation, Parks and Open Space employees were available to help residents enter their information directly into the online preregistration form. These employees have been preregistering residents since January 25 when Norfolk transitioned to Phase 1b.
As of February 4, more than 21,000 Norfolk residents have preregistered online and over the phone to receive the vaccine.
Each resident received a preregistration confirmation card with the date of their preregistration, and a flyer with important Frequently Asked Questions. City employees will not provide medical advice.
