This URL provides data about the city’s mowing schedule that is managed by the Bureau of Parks & Urban Forestry Operations. Mowing locations include medians, parks, schools, vacant lots, and various other city properties. Parks & Recreation landscaping crews are responsible for preserving and protecting Norfolk's parks and other outdoor public areas for aesthetics, recreation, education, and conservation. Vacant city lots, parcels, and school properties are maintained within city code. The landscaping services team manages the mowing of nearly all city-owned property. Factors such as rain, holidays, and storm response can affect the schedule. Note that dates are subject to change due to special events, inclement weather, and storm response/cleanup. Major parks will continue to be mowed on a weekly basis or kept usable to include Lafayette, Lakewood, Northside, Poplar Hall, Berkley, and Tarrallton.