Office of the City Manager
Weekly Report – May 24th, 2024
City Manager Amy Arrington
Plan for Improving our Parks is Ready for Approval
The City’s Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails (PROST) Plan is almost complete! This is impactful since it will serve as our guide for park improvements for the next six years. Fun fact: it is actually a 20-year plan but must be updated every six years. So, it is our plan for the next six years to ensure continuous and steady progress in our park management and development.
The plan, a product of our collective efforts, contains fantastic information. It includes an inventory of our existing parks and recreation facilities, details about the public’s invaluable involvement in its development, current recreation trends, and more. The most exciting part of the plan is the Capital Improvement Program.
What is in the Capital Improvement Program? A variety of projects that will help enhance and improve our parks. Some of the top-ranked projects include:
· A covered sports court complex.
· A plan for a non-motorized trail system.
· Renovating the sports fields at City Hall Park.
· Improving the trail at Marine View Park.
· Establishing a new passive park that supports habitat restoration.
· And a variety of improvements to all the parks.
I invite you to learn more by reviewing the draft PROST Plan. You still have time to voice your opinion on the plan. The City Council will hold a public hearing on June 11th at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom and in-person at City Hall. The hearing will take public testimony concerning the ordinance that will officially adopt the Parks, Recreation, Open Space, and Trails Plan (PROST Plan). If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please get in touch with Parks and Recreation Manager Aimee Lloyd.
Preschool Summer Camp Coming Back for Second Year
We are thrilled to announce that Normandy Park’s Preschool Summer Camp Program is returning for a second year. The Normandy Park Preschool and Parks and Recreation have teamed up to offer three weeks of engaging and educational fun for our youngsters. The program, filled with exciting activities, will be in the afternoons starting July 8th. Stay tuned for more information on the programs that will be offered each week and details on how to register.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
“We are thrilled to announce that Normandy Park’s Preschool Summer Camp Program is returning for a second year. The Normandy Park Preschool and Parks and Recreation…”
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 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:
City Manager Report – May 2nd, 2025
Grant Opportunity for our Local Businesses Economic development is vital to our City, so we are always on the lookout for opportunities to support our local businesses. Because of this, I want to share some information about a grant that could help a Normandy Park business flourish. Comcast RISE is supporting the growth of small businesses and entrepreneurs committed to uplifting their local communities. The program is built to help businesses and their communities thrive with a focus on economic growth. To date, Comcast RISE has awarded 14,000 small businesses with over $140 million in monetary, marketing, and technology grants, and Comcast RISE is back in 2025.
