Office of the City Manager
City Manager Report – October 4, 2024
City Manager Amy Arrington
The Walker and Sequoia Creeks Culvert Replacement Project is moving forward
Demo day for the Walker and Sequoia Creek project is coming soon. The City Council approved a contract in September to clear all the structures off the property. A Cooperative Watershed Management grant from the King County Flood Control District funds this work. Once fully complete, this exciting project will benefit the environment and create a passive park for residents to enjoy.
The City has prioritized this project because existing culverts impede fish passage and cause roadway flooding during storm events. To correct this situation, the City plans to replace the existing culverts with a bridge at 12th Avenue SW (over lower Walker and Sequoia Creeks). A box culvert at SW 174th Street (to convey upper Sequoia Creek) will be designed to provide fish passage. The proposed bridge will improve access to 1,361 feet of Walker Creek and 770 feet of Sequoia Creek for anadromous salmonids. The property acquisition has been funded through a combination of King County Conservation Futures grants and local funding and was completed in 2023.
The City will continue to seek grant funding for this project actively. Pending funding, construction of the proposed bridge is planned for 2026. For more information, email the city at info@normandyparkwa.gov or call (206)248-7603. You can also use this QR code to visit the City’s website and learn more about the project.
Let your voice be heard on the King County Strategic Climate Action Plan
The King County Climate Team is seeking your input on priorities for the County’s next Strategic Climate Action Plan (SCAP), which will guide King County’s climate work for 2025-2030. This includes actions that reduce regional greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for the impacts of climate change, support community resilience, and develop green career pathways for King County residents.
There are two ways to provide input:
- Take the SCAP Feedback Survey. It should take 5–8 minutes to complete, and it will close by the end of the day on October 24th.
- Attend one of the Virtual Public Meetings to learn more and to share your feedback. The meetings will take place on Zoom from 6:30 – 8:00 PM PST on October 17th (register here) and October 22nd (register here). More information can be found here.
For more information or questions, please contact climatechange@kingcounty.gov
If you have any questions about this or other City topics, please email me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
“Demo day for the Walker and Sequoia Creek project is coming soon. The City Council approved a contract in September to clear all the structures off the property. A Cooperative Watershed Management grant…”
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 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
City Manager Report – May 9th, 2025
Citizen Satisfaction Survey Closing Soon! The Annual Citizen Satisfaction Survey will close on Monday, June 2, 2025. Thank you to all the residents who have already taken the survey. For those who haven’t completed the survey, please take a moment to share your thoughts on public safety, parks, permitting, public works, and communication – your input can drive real change! To date, over 380 residents have completed the survey. Here are some fun facts from the information that has been gathered so far:
