Office of the City Manager
City Manager Report – September 20, 2024
City Manager Amy Arrington
King County Library System Supports Students with back-to-school resources.
In 1992, residents of Normandy Park voted to annex into the King County Library System (KCLS). As members and supporters of KCLS, the City wants you to take advantage of all their wonderful services. In that spirit and with school in full swing, I wanted to share the following KCLS press release on back-to-school resources:
King County Library System (KCLS) offers back-to-school resources to help students of all ages succeed in the classroom and beyond. Students may access learning support in multiple languages, both in person and online. “KCLS has a deep understanding of the challenges students face and is uniquely positioned to provide the learning opportunities they need to overcome obstacles and address individual learning gaps,” said Annie Poyner, KCLS project specialist and Study Zone coordinator.
Resources for K-12 Students
KCLS’ Study Zone provides free learning support in a variety of subjects for students in grades K-12. Students may receive tutoring and homework help, hone math skills, practice reading out loud and build English conversation skills.
Resources for College Students
College students have access to a variety of free resources, including tutoring and homework help, databases, job and career information, and more.
Additional Resources for All Ages
KCLS also offers access to Brainfuse for free online learning support. Community members of all ages may:
- Get one-on-one, real-time tutoring
- Submit an essay, math problem, cover letter or resume for review
- Prepare for the SAT, ACT, AP or graduate school entrance exams
Most King County students who attend schools within the KCLS service area (outside the city of Seattle) automatically receive a KCLS student account. A student account is a unique library account that uses a student’s ID number or college email address instead of a physical library card. Student accounts provide full access to digital materials, including eBooks, audiobooks and databases for research and homework help.
To access KCLS’ physical materials or use free Wi-Fi, computers, copiers and printers in libraries, students may apply for an all-access library card. Contact Ask KCLS for assistance with your account at kcls.org/Ask, or call (425) 462-9600 or (800) 462-9600.
About King County Library System:
Founded in 1942, King County Library System (KCLS) is one of the busiest public library systems in the country. Supporting the communities of King County (outside the city of Seattle), KCLS has 50 libraries and serves approximately 1.6 million people. In 2023, residents checked out 8.8 million digital eBooks and audiobooks through OverDrive, making KCLS the second-highest digital circulating library system in the U.S.
Media Contact: Sarah Thomas, sjthomas@kcls.org, 425.369.3277
If you have any questions about this or other City topics, please get in touch with me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
“KCLS’ Study Zone provides free learning support in a variety of subjects for students in grades K-12. Students may receive tutoring and homework help, hone math skills, practice reading out loud…”
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:
