Office of the City Manager
Weekly Report – May 10, 2024
City Manager Amy Arrington
King County Conservation District is holding an upcoming Listening Session for residents.
The King Conservation District (KCD) is a publicly funded special-purpose district committed to helping people engage in stewardship and conservation of natural resources. It serves over two million people in 34 cities and unincorporated King County.
Since 2013, KCD has been primarily funded through a rates and charges interlocal agreement with King County. Ratepayers currently pay approximately $13 per parcel, funding $8.7 million for services. KCD is seeking a 3-year rate renewal with King County that will maintain existing programming while placing a renewed emphasis on the equity and climate resilience aspects of KCD’s work. The proposal calls for a modest inflationary adjustment of 2.6% each year. A successful renewal will allow KCD to continue providing critical environmental conservation services in King County.
As part of the process, KCD is eager to hear from district residents about their 2025 Rate Renewal. To open this dialogue, KCD will provide information and take feedback at online listening sessions on May 16 and May 21. You can also use this link to make a public comment. Your feedback helps ensure that KCD can continue providing critical environmental services in King County. Use the links above to register.
Tips on how to Remove Noxious Weeds – like Ivy
Click here to hear from Normandy Park resident and Ivy Warrior Pat Pressentin about removing invasive ivy from trees. He discusses what tools you need, what approach to take, and why it’s meaningful. Help native trees one at a time in less than 15 minutes by using Pat’s method.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
“Tips on how to Remove Noxious Weeds – like Ivy Click here to hear from Normandy Park resident and Ivy Warrior Pat Pressentin about removing invasive ivy from trees…”
Amy Arrington, City Manager
City of Normandy Park
801 SW 174th Street
Normandy Park, WA 98166
(206) 248-8246 (Direct Phone)
Weekly Report – July 26th, 2024
Every 4th Tuesday, the City Council meets in a Study Session to discuss current issues and upcoming business. Typically, no action is taken, but the City Council does give directions. At our July 23rd Study Session, the City Council discussed two items I wanted to update the public on. Kroger-Albertson Grocery Store Merger: The City Council has directed staff to draft a letter
Weekly Report – July 18th, 2024
Summer is here, and we are all enjoying the fantastic sunny weather. When considering what adventure the family will have next, be sure to include a visit to all the Normandy Park parks. The City of Normandy Park has over 100 acres of parkland, all of which are open to the public. Currently, the City manages seven named parks, one named preserve, and a variety of open spaces. Each provides a variety of recreation amenities and experiences for the Normandy Park community to enjoy.
Weekly Report – July 12, 2024
The City of Normandy Park is considering the construction of a new multi-use sport court. This court would focus on pickleball and basketball and is championed by the Normandy Park Metropolitan Parks District (or City Council).
Some fun facts about the Normandy Park Metropolitan Parks District (MPD):
It was formed in 2009 when voters approved the formation of a metropolitan park district.
The MPD has the authority to create, manage, control, improve, maintain, and acquire parks and recreational facilities.
The City Council of Normandy Park is authorized to serve as the board of metropolitan park commissioners.
The MPD can assess Normandy Park property owners a levy to support the City’s parks.
The City of Normandy Park owns, operates, and maintains all the parks. The MPD is important because it financially covers the costs of these efforts.
