Office of the City Manager
City Manager Report – July 2, 2025
City Manager Amy Arrington
Music in the Park returns to Normandy Park in Summer 2025
Our summer concert series begins this Sunday! From July through August 2025, Normandy Park’s Parks & Recreation department and the Arts Commission are hosting their beloved Music in the Park concert series at Marvista Park. These free, family-friendly events take place every Sunday at 5:00 PM, offering live music and community connection in a relaxed outdoor setting.
Funded in part by 4Culture grants from King County, Music in the Park underscores Normandy Park’s commitment to accessible arts and culture. Past seasons have drawn enthusiastic crowds. One attendee described the 2024 lineup as delivering “world class bands of immense variety.”
Bring a picnic blanket or folding chair, maybe a snack or dinner, and settle in the shade of the park’s mature trees. The vibe is casual and inclusive—perfect for families, neighbors, and music lovers. Just as in previous years, the lineup features theatre performances, adding to the rich variety.
Who’s Performing?
- July 6 – Eduardo Mendonça (Brazilian Music)
- July 13 – Ben Hunter & Joe Seamons (American Roots)
- July 20 – Anzanga Marimba Ensemble (Zimbabwean percussion)
- July 27 – Wooden O’s free Shakespeare in the Park production of As You Like It
- August 3 – Chikiri (Taiko Drumming)
- August 10 – Dysfunction Junction (Bluegrass)
- August 17 – Klein Party (Klezmer)
- August 24 – Special Jazz Finale Festival from 3–7 PM featuring three acts:
- Michael Powers (3 PM, guitar-based jazz)
- Tim Kennedy Quintet (4:30 PM, straight-ahead jazz)
- Pony Boy All-Star Big Band (6 PM, 16-piece powerhouse)
This summer’s schedule is crafted to offer a diverse range of musical genres, from Brazilian rhythms and drums to bluegrass, klezmer, theatrical Shakespeare, and culminating in an extended jazz celebration. It’s a jewel in Normandy Park’s summer calendar. A free cultural staple designed to foster community spirit in a beautiful waterfront setting.
This is a perfect opportunity for a Sunday outing with a little music, neighbors, and sunshine—don’t miss out! We will see you in the Park.
If you have any questions about the information above or any other City topic, please get in touch with me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
“This is a perfect opportunity for a Sunday outing with a little music, neighbors, and sunshine—don’t miss out! We will see you in the Park.”
Amy Arrington, City Manager
City of Normandy Park
801 SW 174th Street
Normandy Park, WA 98166
(206) 248-8246 (Direct Phone)
City Manager Report – July 10, 2025
City Council Meeting Roundup
On Tuesday, July 8th, the City Council held its regular monthly meeting. Here are the meeting highlights to help keep you informed. South Link Connections Mobility Project King County Metro made a presentation on its South Link Connections Project. As Link light rail expands farther south with new stations, the South Link Connections project aims to improve transportation options for communities in South King County. The City Council heard about Metro’s efforts to engage with residents to improve the network, and how this work continues. Let your voice be heard and take the network survey. The deadline is August 31st.
City Manager Report – June 26, 2025
4th of July Fireworks in Normandy Park
As we prepare to celebrate the 4th of July, the City of Normandy Park would like to remind residents of the local fireworks rules. Our goal is to ensure everyone has a fun, festive, and most importantly, a safe holiday. Fireworks are permitted within city limits, but their use is regulated. Please review and follow the rules below: Fireworks may be discharged within city limits from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on July 3rd and from 4:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. on July 4th. Fireworks must be “consumer fireworks” as defined by State Law. You must be on private property with the permission of the property owner. It is unlawful to discharge any fireworks on any public property. Public property includes parks, public open spaces, public playgrounds, public streets, public roads, and other publicly owned properties in Normandy Park.
City Manager Report – June 20, 2025
Emergency Preparedness in Action at the Annual Field Day Saturday, June 28 | 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Marvista Park. Emergency preparedness is a top priority for the City of Normandy Park, and one essential aspect of our readiness strategy is effective emergency communication. To help build community awareness and resilience, we invite all residents to attend and participate in the annual American Radio Relay League (ARRL) Field Day, hosted by the Highline Amateur Radio Club (HARC) at Marvista Park on Saturday, June 28, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM. What is Field Day? Field Day is amateur (ham) radio’s open house. Every June, more than 31,000 licensed operators across North America set up temporary radio stations in parks, schools, and other public places to demonstrate how amateur radio plays a vital role in emergency communications. The event showcases the science, skill, and public service of amateur radio while fostering community engagement, technical training, and emergency preparedness.
