Office of the City Manager
New City Hall Location Proposed to Council
City Manager Amy Arrington
Wrap-Up of the Let’s Talk Meeting – City Hall Project
In case you missed the special meeting held on November 6th, here are some informational highlights
from the meeting.
Background
Since 2014, the City of Normandy Park has been working to establish a new City Hall and Police Station. And a new opportunity has emerged that can meet our needs in an existing building on First Avenue. For context, the building we are looking at is approximately 28,000 square feet and is part of Towne Center. Said building is in the northwest corner of the shopping center and used to serve the community as our grocery store.
The Building
If the building is purchased, the City will immediately renovate 16,000 square feet to serve as a City Hall, Police Station, Town Hall, and community gathering place. The remaining 12,000 square feet are currently leased, and the City will honor that agreement.
Here is the proposed site plan (click on the image to zoom in):
Voter Approved Bond
Funding for this project will be dependent on a voter-approved bond. In looking at the project costs and the available cash that the City has in reserves, we need a $7.5 million bond. With this funding, we can purchase the building, make the necessary improvements, and have funding to help us repurpose our current City Hall building.
In 2022, residents could vote on a $15 million bond to help build a new Civic Center. Voters rejected this bond, and the main reason behind this voter decision was that the project was too expensive. We are happy to present an option that has reduced the bond request by 50%. To help you understand how the bond would impact your household, here is a chart showing the costs of the proposed bond. And remember, use your assessed value and not the market value. If you want help determining your value, visit the King County Assessor’s website.
| Assessed Value | Levy Rate Bond | Annual Cost Bond | Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| $700,000 | 0.262396 | $184 | $15.34 |
| $800,000 | 0.262396 | $209 | $17.50 |
| $900,000 | 0.262396 | $236 | $19.66 |
| $1,000,000 | 0.262396 | $262 | $21.84 |
| $1,100,000 | 0.262396 | $288 | $24.00 |
| $1,200,000 | 0.262396 | $315 | $26.25 |
Please watch the Monday, November 6, 2023 City Council Special Meeting to learn more about this project.
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.
