Office of the City Manager
City Manager Report – March 14, 2025
City Manager Amy Arrington
City Council Meeting Roundup
On Tuesday, March 11th, the City Council held its regular monthly meeting. Here are the meeting highlights to help keep you informed.
- Adoption of Resolution No. 1017 authorizing the allocation of $6,552 to the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) to finance affordable housing projects in South King County – The City of Normandy Park is a member of SKHHP. This partnership aims to bring together the cities in South King County to ensure the availability of housing that meets the needs of all income levels in South King County. In 2021, the City of Normandy Park executed an interlocal agreement to pool sales tax receipts with SKHHP to administer funds through its Housing Capital Fund. With the approval of this resolution, the City Council allocated its portion ($6,552) to help finance four affordable housing projects in South King County.
- Residents Pat Pressentin and Kris Hansen were reappointed to the Planning Commission – The Planning Commission advises the City Council on all matters relating to the Comprehensive Plan and land use regulations, and members are appointed to six-year terms. Welcome back Pat and Kris.
- Approval of the Memorial Tree Program for the City Parks – The Council established a Memorial Tree Program for residents. This program will enable residents to plant a tree in one of our wooded parks with a memorial plaque inscribed nearby to honor the memory of a loved one.
- Miller Creek Property Purchase and Sale Agreement – An agreement was approved to purchase a parcel on 13th Ave SW to support the expansion of the upcoming Salmon View Park and the restoration and enhancement of the property’s riparian, wetland, and floodplain functions. This purchase is 100% funded by the King County Conservation Futures Tax Levy (CFT) funding and King County Parks Levy Capital and Open Space Funding.
- Property Purchase and Sale Agreement for Marine View Park – A second purchase agreement was approved to purchase a small parcel on Marine View Drive SW. This acquisition will allow us to support the expansion of Marine View Park and the publicly accessible shoreline. This project also supports the protection of nearshore and critical salmon habitats. This purchase is 75% reimbursable by King County CFT funding. The 25% match will come from King County Parks Levy Capital and Open Space Funding.
- Official Position on HB 1380 – The City Council is committed to strengthening our legislative advocacy for the benefit of Normandy Park. Because of this, the City Council approved an official position on HB 1380 being considered by Washington State. The proposed bill intends to balance public safety with compassion for individuals experiencing homelessness. While this is commendable, the proposal does not address the root causes of homelessness, nor does it provide funding for local cities to provide services or account for the immense diversity of needs between Washington’s many cities and towns. Because of this, the City Council of Normandy Park is opposed to the passage of this legislation.
If you want to learn more about these topics, I encourage you to watch the meeting recording.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
“Official Position on HB 1380 – The City Council is committed to strengthening our legislative advocacy for the benefit of Normandy Park. Because of this, the City Council approved an official position on HB 1380…”
Amy Arrington, City Manager
City of Normandy Park
801 SW 174th Street
Normandy Park, WA 98166
(206) 248-8246 (Direct Phone)
City Manager Report – November 14, 2025
City Council Meeting Roundup on Wednesday, November 12th, the Normandy Park City Council held its regular monthly meeting. Below is a summary of key actions and discussions. The City has accepted a Flood Control District Flood Reduction Grant – The City is receiving a $750,000 grant award that will be used towards the purchase of property to expand Marine View Park. The Interlocal Agreement with the South Correctional Entity (SCORE) Jail was updated – The City Council approved specific financial adjustments to help cover jail costs. Approving this amendment will enable the City of Normandy Park to continue uninterrupted jail services that work seamlessly with our Court and provide the most benefit to Normandy Park residents. Even with the approved increases, this agreement is still the most affordable option available to us for our short-term commitments.
City Manager Report – November 7, 2025
Public Hearing: Setting Normandy Park’s Property Tax Levy
The City of Normandy Park invites all residents to attend the public hearing on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. The hearing will be held in person in the Council Chambers at City Hall (801 SW 174th Street) or via Zoom. During this hearing, the City Council will consider the proposed 2026 property tax levy, which determines the amount of revenue to be collected to support essential city services. The proposed rate will not exceed $1.60 per $1,000 of assessed value.
City Manager Report – October 31, 2025
What’s Next for City Hall? We often receive the question, “What’s going on with replacing City Hall?” I would like to take this opportunity to provide an update on the project’s status and outline the next steps. As many residents know, the future of Normandy Park City Hall has been a topic of discussion for several years. Our current building was originally constructed in the 1950s as an elementary school and later converted into City Hall in the late 1980s. While it has served the community well, it was never intended to function as a modern municipal facility. As a result, the City has been exploring options to ensure that we have a safe, efficient, and functional building that can continue to serve residents daily.
