Office of the City Manager
Weekly Report – September 1, 2023
City Manager Amy Arrington
New Procedure for Right of Way Use Permits
Throughout any community, you will find rights-of-way. Right-of-Way (ROW) is defined as all public streets and property granted, reserved, held, or dedicated to public use for streets, walkways, bikeways, and utilities. In Normandy Park, homeowners are responsible for maintaining the ROW adjacent to their property and certain ROW work does require a permit. Activities that trigger the need for a permit include construction, filling, grading, storage, or tree removal. To keep you informed, I wanted to let you know about a change in the permitting process.
Effective September 5th, all Right-of-Way use permit applications will only be accepted through the City’s SmartGov online Permit Portal. “Paper” permit applications received via email will no longer be accepted. SmartGov is the new online permitting system that provides a streamlined and effective process for application intake, completeness check, payment, and issuance.
City staff will be happy to answer questions and troubleshoot technical issues. Please contact permits@normandyparkwa.gov or call (206) 248-8260.
Shuttle Bus Stop in Normandy Park for Active Adults
The City partners with the City of Des Moines to provide activities and services to our senior residents. This partnership has led to a new service – the Des Moines Activity Center now offers a convenient shuttle in Normandy Park. You can catch a free ride to one of their fun adventures or field trips from Normandy Park. Call (206) 878-1642 to reserve a seat on the shuttle. Shuttle service is only available by advanced request.
Join Family Foresters in Nist Park
Join the Family Foresters for multiple tree planting and noxious weed removal events at E.J. Nist Park in Normandy Park. Five family-friendly events will be hosted running from September to March 2024 on the Second Saturdays from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Tools, supplies, trees/shrubs, education, and snacks will be provided for these fun events. September & October dates will focus on noxious weed removal, saving established trees covered in ivy, and preparing the ground for planting. Tree planting will happen during the November, February, and March events when the ground has more moisture to support new plants and trees.
Those who attend will learn:
• How to help the environment
• Best practices for planting trees and shrubs
• How you can impact air quality and climate change
• Have fun! We have themed coloring and crafts at every event
• Join the Environmental Science Center for a new lesson at each event
Have questions? Email: info@friendsofnormandypark.org.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with me at aarrington@normandyparkwa.gov. Have a great week!
” Tools, supplies, trees/shrubs, education, and snacks will be provided for these fun events.”
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 22, 2024
The City Council has expressed its desire to build a sports court at City Hall Park, and they want to hear from residents. Background
In early 2024, the City approved the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan (PROS Plan). This document establishes a 20-year plan to improve the City’s Park system. The number one ranked project was constructing a covered sports court at City Hall Park.
City Manager Report – November 22, 2024
The City Council has expressed its desire to build a sports court at City Hall Park, and they want to hear from residents. Background In early 2024, the City approved the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan (PROS Plan). This document establishes a 20-year plan to improve the City’s Park system. The number one ranked project was constructing a covered sports court at City Hall Park.
City Manager Report – November 15th, 2024
On Tuesday, November 12th, the City Council held its regular monthly meeting. Here are the meeting highlights to help keep you informed. The Port of Seattle made a presentation on the Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP). The SAMP is the blueprint for changes at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to meet future forecasted demand. The master plan process was completed in 2018 and identified 31 Near-Term Projects (NTPs) intended to serve 56 million annual passengers as well as flights and cargo activity at an optimal level of service. For more information, visit the SAMP website.
