Weekly Report – May 15, 2026

City Council Meeting Roundup

On Tuesday, May 12^th, the Normandy Park City Council held its regular monthly meeting. Below is a summary of key discussions and approved actions.

Proclamations – To formally announce, honor, or highlight a specific issue, the City Council can approve Proclamations to raise awareness. The City Council approved the following Proclamations at its May Meeting.

• Safe Boating and Paddling Week – The week of May 16^th – 22^nd, 2026, is recognized as Safe Boating and Paddling Week. Whether you are fishing, sailing, paddling, or enjoying time on the water with family and friends, practicing safe boating habits is essential to protecting yourself and others.
• Peace Officers Memorial Day and Police Week – May 15^th, 2026, is recognized as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and May 10^th – 16^th, 2026, as National Police Week. We owe a deep debt of gratitude to all who wear the badge and to the families who support them with strength and sacrifice. This week, we honor the dedication and selflessness of our law enforcement officers and their families, and we recognize their commitment to building a stronger, safer community.
• Public Works Week – May 17^th – 23^rd, 2026, is recognized as Public Works Week. Public Works professionals play a critical role in maintaining the infrastructure, facilities, and essential services that support the high quality of life enjoyed by Normandy Park residents. Through their dedication and expertise, they help ensure our streets, parks, stormwater systems, and public spaces remain safe, reliable, and well maintained for the entire community.

Commission Appointment – Normandy Park City Council has three standing Citizen Commissions to advise it on a wide range of policy issues. We had two vacancies that were filled at the meeting.

• Resident Tamara Hardy was appointed to the Arts Commission. This Commission represents the City’s interest in art and serves as a spokesperson group for art matters in the City. 
• Resident Larry Jordan was appointed to the Planning Commission. The duties of this Commission come from the Revised Code of Washington and are related to the City’s land use matters and long-range planning.

Ordinance No. 1087 amending the Municipal Code related to Low Impact Development, First Reading – This Ordinance amends the Municipal Code related to Low Impact Development (LID), a stormwater and land use management approach designed to better mimic natural drainage conditions. The proposed amendments update the City’s code to align with current State requirements for stormwater management and development regulations. The changes clarify when drainage review and engineered plans are required, update standards for privately maintained drainage facilities, and incorporate definitions and dimensional standards for impervious and hard-surface coverage. Overall, the revised code establishes stronger stormwater management standards to improve and protect the City’s stormwater system. The second and final reading of the ordinance is scheduled for June 9^th.

Ordinance No. 1088 amending the Municipal Code related to Telecommunications, First Reading – This ordinance would amend the City Code to create a clearer and more modern framework for reviewing future wireless facility applications. The updated chapter organizes the review process into separate categories, making the code easier to administer, clarifying required approvals, and better aligning the City’s regulations with current wireless technology practices and applicable legal requirements. A key focus of the proposed update is establishing standards for the placement and design of small wireless facilities within the public right-of-way, particularly in and near residential neighborhoods. The second and final reading of the ordinance is scheduled for June 9^th.

Ordinance No. 1089 amending the Municipal Code related to Professional Fireworks Display, First Reading – This ordinance will modify the dates and hours allowed for public displays of fireworks, which are necessary for the planned America 250 celebration.  This change only relates to public displays.  We are also adjusting our hours slightly to better align with the hours when consumer fireworks are permitted. The second and final reading of the Ordinance is scheduled for June 9^th.  

For more details on these items, you can watch the full meeting recording.

If you have any questions about this or other City topics, please email me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!

“First reading of ordinance to create a clearer and more modern framework for reviewing future wireless facility applications was approved.“