Office of the City Manager
City Manager Report – January 3, 2025
City Manager Amy Arrington
New Bulk Waste Benefit for Residents in 2025
Beginning in 2025, WM (Waste Management) Normandy Park single-family residential customers can now place up to one large appliance or one piece of furniture for bulky collection for free during the calendar year. This includes a refrigerator, freezer, stove, dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, water heater, sofa, mattress, table, and similar items.
Electronics and small appliances are currently free for bulky collection. Electronics include computers, audio and video equipment, TVs, cell phones, and other equipment containing circuit boards. Scrap electronics must be no larger than 2’x2’ per unit and must be less than 60 pounds each. Small appliances include items such as microwaves, toaster ovens, and others.
Customers must call to request a bulky pickup at least one day prior, and pickups will occur on your garbage day collection. Call 855-NPARKWM (855-672-7596), Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m., and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., to schedule a bulky pickup.
For more information, visit the Normandy Park WM website.
City’s Online Permitting System Continues to Improve Efficiencies
Normandy Park’s online permitting system, SmartGov, completed its second successful year, improving efficiency and meeting customer expectations. Its implementation has streamlined the entire permitting process, from application intake and material review to permit issuance.
The permit issuance timelines in 2023 showed that online permit applications reduced the average issuance time to 28 days. The green-orange trendline in Figure 1 below illustrates this. In 2024, the green-white trendline reveals an even further reduction in issuance timelines, with 2024 applications taking a median of 31 days to issue, compared to 41 days in 2023.
A deeper look into respective application types reveals the reduction in the average number of days from completion to issuance. For example, a permit for a building remodel went from 42 days to 17 days for issuance.
SmartGov’s efficiency highlights the city’s commitment to timely permit review. Through consistent delivery of results and services, Normandy Park’s online permitting continues to signify a win for its residents and customers.
If you have any questions about this or other City topics, please email me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
“Place up to one large appliance or one piece of furniture for bulky collection for free..”
Amy Arrington, City Manager
City of Normandy Park
801 SW 174th Street
Normandy Park, WA 98166
(206) 248-8246 (Direct Phone)
City Manager Report – May 30, 2025
Working Together for Safer Streets: Normandy Park’s Local Road Safety Plan
The City of Normandy Park is taking an important step toward making our roads safer for everyone. As part of the City Council’s 2025 Goals, we’re developing a Local Road Safety Plan (LRSP) to improve safety along our major, federally classified roadways. I want to share what this plan is all about—and how it will benefit our community. What Is a Local Road Safety Plan? A Local Road Safety Plan, or LRSP, is a strategic roadmap that cities use to identify safety issues and take action to reduce serious crashes and save lives. Each LRSP is unique, designed specifically for the community it serves, using local data and best practices in traffic safety. The plan examines where accidents occur or are likely to happen, and what we can do to prevent them. It helps us move away from one-size-fits-all solutions and instead focuses on what will truly make a difference for Normandy Park.
City Manager Report – May 23, 2025
Honoring our Heroes: Normandy Park’s Blue Star Memorial By-Way. As we prepare to observe Memorial Day this weekend, I’d like to highlight a meaningful tribute in our community: the Blue Star Memorial By-Way in Normandy Park. The Blue Star Program pays tribute to all men and women who serve in the United States Armed Forces. We are proud to be home to one of these memorials in Normandy Park.
City Manager Report – May 15, 2025
City Council Meeting Roundup. On Tuesday, May 13th, the City Council held its regular monthly meeting. Here are the meeting highlights to help keep you informed. Arts Commission Annual Presentation – Arts Commission members Chair Nadia Counter and Lawrence Peryer updated the City Council on the Commission’s work plan. We learned about past successes and the year ahead. Between meeting and event hours, members of the Arts Commission have volunteered for more than 280 hours this past year, promoting the arts in Normandy Park.
• Proclamation for Safe Boating Week – In recognition of the importance of safe boating practices, the City Council declared the week of May 17th – 23rd, as Safe Boating Week
