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FALL 2020
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Inside Normandy Park Launches New TV Channel.................. 18
Do I Live in a Critical Area?............................................ 19
Keep on Rolling Through the Rain.................................. 20
Mayor’s Message ............................................................ 4 Wheeling Around in the Park... Play Safe Plan............... 21
Wheels Keep On Turning................................................. 5 Street Sweeping in Normandy Park............................... 22
Civic Center Conceptual Design...................................... 8 Officer Washington Graduates from Police Academy..... 23
Rolling With It................................................................ 10 Watch Out for Pedestrians and Bicyclists....................... 24
Your Voice, Your Support, Your City............................... 11 What To Do if You See A Street Light Out...................... 25
Turning Over a New Digital Leaf..................................... 12 Pink Patch Project......................................................... 25
Rolling out a Virtual Preschool Program......................... 13 Wheelin’ ‘Round the Park.............................................. 26
Normandy Park Capital Improvement Project................ 14 Celebrate the Children at Nist Park................................ 28
Moving Forward............................................................. 16 Kids Word Search.......................................................... 30
What’s in Your Wheelhouse?.......................................... 16 Send Santa a Letter!...................................................... 31
Free Santa Hat Giveaway.............................................. 17 Wield Some Wheel Knowledge...................................... 31
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Sue-Ann Hohimer CITY DIRECTORY
Mayor City Hall Address:
Wheeling into Fall
801 SW 174th Street,
Normandy Park, WA 98166
City Office—
The wheels on the bus… as the children’s Operating Hours and
Contact Information:
song goes, may not be going ‘round and City Staff can be reached
‘round to the degree they typically do at the Like bones to the human at 206-248-7603, Monday-
start of Back to School season, but we are body, the axle to the wheel, Friday 8:30am–4:30pm,
wheeling into the 2020 season of Autumn, closed for lunch 12–1pm.
none-the-less. The wheel was selected as the wing to the bird, and the Due to COVID, City Hall
is closed. If you need
the theme for this issue in order to get us air to the wing, so is liberty city services please call
all thinking about how the unusual turns of the essence of life. Whatever 206-248-7603 to make an
2020 events will influence our future as a appointment.
community. How will we choose to react to the is done without it is imperfect. City Services provided
circumstances that emerge? Do we need to —Jose Marti at City Hall:
• Building Permits
completely “re-invent wheels” or simply return
• City Administration
to first principles and basic values many have
• Citizen Requests
gotten away from (think Golden Rule and
• Code Enforcement
things we learned in Kindergarten) and then
about life, feel good about one’s self and the • Pet & Business Licensing
“realign wheels” based on knowledge we’ve
ability to feel one is good at something. (My • Recreational & Facility
gleaned over time about how life works best?
translation: life, liberty and pursuit!) Scheduling
What policies, conduct and concepts lead to • Request for Records
human thriving and what can our city do to As we roll toward a season of Thankfulness
• Stormwater & Street
promote such things, especially as we exit and the winter months ahead, there is still Repairs
what has been a turbulent and sometimes much unknown with which to contend. Police Directory:
painful, 2020 ride? The articles in this edition are intended to Non-Emergency Police
help provide knowledge, inspire hope and Number: 206-248-7600
The question of how, even in the darkest of
generate ideas so that you can feel good Police Records Manager
circumstances, some manage not only to can be reached during the
about who you are, excited about where you
survive but to thrive, has been a growing hours of 8:30am–4:30pm,
live and prepared to pursue happiness, no Monday–Thursday and
curiosity in the world of science since the end
matter the outcome of circumstances beyond 8:30am–2pm Friday
of the 20th century. Ironically, the summation
your control. _____________________
of these modern studies, have scientists*
Non-emergency
affirming in 2020, the basic wisdom our I am grateful for the contributions of this
Police Services:
forefathers codified in the United States City Scene team, grateful to my fellow
• Concealed Weapon
Declaration of Independence, back in 1776. Councilmembers for the opportunity to “hold Permits
“We hold these truths to be self-evident, the wheel” for one more year, and grateful • Fingerprinting
that all men are created equal, that they to City Staff and you, the readers and • House Checks
are endowed by their Creator with certain residents who continue to pursue ways to • Lost Pet
unalienable Rights, that among these are make Normandy Park its best, through your For Emergencies
Life, Liberty and the pursuit…”. Research now involvement. please dial 911
shows that the basic three elements to human With Gratitude,
thriving are found in one’s ability to feel good Mayor Sue-Ann Hohimer
4 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020
COUNCIL NEWS
Moving Forward
Wheels Keep On Turning
Let’s take a look at approximately $5,286 per year February 2020
to the City of Normandy Park for A contract with PSE was
what the City Council
the purpose of sharing with our approved, adding additional
has accomplished so far area partners on joint projects street lighting – (3) lights added
in 2020: that benefit the South King on Sylvester Road and (28) lights
County region. on 1st Avenue.
January 2020
Council says “yes” to the March 2020
Council adopts ordinance 998
Public Engagement & In March, the council
regarding the Shoreline Master
Participation Plan tied to the gave its approval of the
Program (SMP) – In 2019, the
2020 Docket – In recent years, 2020 Comprehensive
city completed a periodic review
our Comprehensive Plan has Plan Amendment Docket,
of its Shoreline Management Act
only had minor amendments Resolution #953. Three
(SMA), RCW 90.58.080(4). The
proposed. With the need to city-initiated requests were
SMA requires each SMP to be
complete a periodic review of the transferred from the 2019 Docket
reviewed and revised, if needed,
entire Comprehensive Plan for the for further consideration in 2020.
on an eight-year schedule.
state by June 30th, 2023, recent Four additional amendment
Council Approves Ordinance efforts have been significant. proposals were staff driven for
1004 – Pooling of SKHHP (So. Due to the overwhelming request a total of seven amendments.
King Housing and Homelessness for more public participation The Planning commission
Partners) 1406 Funds –this opportunities in 2019, the unanimously recommended
ordinance will allow for the 2020 Public Engagement and the city council include the
collecting of current sales or Participation Plan was established proposed requests in the docket.
use tax revenues to make and approved by the council in Since approved by council, the
local investments in affordable January. docketed items will go through
housing.
Council passes Resolution continued next page
#951, which will authorize
the Transfer of 1406 Funds
collected for(SKHHP) – HB
1406 focuses on affordable
housing. This resolution allows
recaptured sales tax to be used
for affordable housing in our
region for those at or below
60% of the area median income.
The estimates, based on the
2018 sales tax, would provide
NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 5
COUNCIL NEWS
Contact Your
City Council Wheels Keep On Turning continued
Position 1
Earnest Thompson the Planning Commission public This revised draft ordinance
Earnest.Thompson@ hearing process and return to the clarifies no more than two rooms,
normandyparkwa.gov
council for action. either short or long-term can
Position 2 Council passes Ordinance be used for home rental. All
Susan West
1006 after specifying revisions parking must be off-street in a
206-248-8289
Susan.West@ relating to short-term rentals – format legitimately permitted for a
normandyparkwa.gov
Before the approval of Ordinance residential dwelling.
Position 3 1006, short-term rentals(STR) Council passes Ordinance
Shawn McEvoy
206-248-8291 were not clearly regulated in the 1007, adopting a 6-month
Shawn.McEvoy@ city. After discussion during the moratorium on enhanced
normandyparkwa.gov
first reading of ordinance 1006 at service facilities development.
Position 4 the February 11th meeting, the Currently, the city has no
Mike Bishoff
206-248-8287 council requested the following zoning regulations regarding
Mike.Bishoff@ revisions to the ordinance: the siting of Enhanced Service
normandyparkwa.gov
✔ require owner-occupied Facilities (ESF’s) and desires to
Position 5
Michelle Sipes-Marvin STRs preserve that status quo while
206-248-8288 the Planning Commission and
Michelle.Sipes-Marvin@ ✔ up to 2 bedrooms may be
normandyparkwa.gov Council evaluate and consider
used for STRs
appropriate siting of ESFs and
Position 6
Patrick McDonald ✔ no detached units (ADUs), comparable businesses within
206-248-8290 guesthouses (NPMC the city.
Patrick.McDonald@
18.32.033) prohibits
normandyparkwa.gov April 2020
this already) or RVs
Position 7 On April 14th the Council held
(“house trailers” – NPMC
Sue-Ann Hohimer its first remote virtual council
206-248-8292 18.32.110 prohibits using a
Sue-Ann.Hohimer@ meeting.
normandyparkwa.gov house trailer as a dwelling
for more than 15 days in any During our 1st remote meeting
calendar year) may be used the Council held a presentation
for STRs and public outreach session
MONTHLY MEETING CALENDAR
conducted by the selected
Arts Commission ✔ encourage
1st Tuesday, 7pm architectural firm, Miller-Hull,
conflict resolution (not
Economic Development Committee regarding site plans for a new
1st Wednesday, 6pm avoidance)
city civic center.
Council Meeting
✔ ensure definitions harmonize
2nd Tuesday, 7pm The council heard a department
Metropolitan Parks District (under the new state
2nd Tuesday, 6:30pm (if necessary)
overview from each city
law, chapter 64.37 RCW,
Civil Service department. Also, during the
an STR is less than 30
3rd Tuesday, Noon (if necessary) same workshop the Council
Park Commission consecutive nights, and
worked on developing their top
3rd Wednesday, 7pm an LTR is 30 or more
Planning Commission priorities.
3rd Thursday, 7pm
consecutive nights –
Council Study Session see RCW 64.37.010(9)
4th Tuesday, 7pm (if necessary)
6 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | SPRING
| FALL 2020
2020
COUNCIL NEWS
May 2020 Council heard a presentation work through the normal code
Approval of 2019-2021 Police on the Legal & Financial amendment process with the
Guild Contract – This was Aspects of Marijuana Retail Planning Commission to revise
a much-anticipated contract Business and held a workshop the regulations and prepare
unanimously passed by the council. to discuss further the pros and permanent rules.
Also approved were the cons of this type of business. Council adopts an Interlocal
construction and consultant July 2020 Agreement with King County
contracts for the 1st Avenue In July, the council passes for Conservation Futures Tax
curb ramp improvements. This Ordinance 1008 amending Levy (CFT) which can be used
project consists of the the Normandy Park Municipal for funding open space acquisition
construction of curb ramps Code Title 14 by adopting a projects. Historically the city has
at three intersections along revised 2018 international and used this funding to acquire open
1st Avenue South and storm uniform construction codes. space in the “piano key parcels”
drainage improvements including Community Feedback – Council adjacent to Marine View Park.
new pipe, catch basin, and ditch heard from 96 community September 2020
re-grading at various locations on members and interested parties Contract for website
12th Avenue SW and SW 168th regarding a possible marijuana maintenance services is
Street. These improvements were business coming to Normandy approved, which will provide
necessary to complete before Park and upcoming city rezoning website hosting and ongoing
overlays adjacent to this project efforts. At a second meeting training for staff, assistance
scheduled later in the summer. held in July, the council heard with updates as needed, and
June 2020 an additional 85 comments robust analytics to measure and
In June, the council approves regarding the same subjects. evaluate whether our website
the 2021-2026 Six-year August 2020 is meeting its goal of providing
Transportation Improvement Council approves Resolution information to the Normandy Park
Program (TIP) approval. The #957 authorizing grant funds community.
TIP represents the city’s intent to at a local level, giving the city Also in September, the Council
construct or implement a specific the ability to aid businesses approves a King County flood
project and the anticipated during the COVID crisis. district grant amendment.
flow of funds if those funds can Grant recipients will be awarded Previously King County Flood
be acquired and budgeted. between $5,000 and $10,000 District had awarded Normandy
The city will apply for grants depending on eligibility and need. Park a grant to design two
and outside funding, and the culvert replacements. One at SW
Ordinance 1010 is also
TIP is the mechanism that 174th and Sequoia Creek, and
approved, establishing
fosters eligibility for state, regional, the other at SW 12th Ave and
emergency interim land use
and local funding programs. Sequoia and Walker Creeks. The
controls relating to revised
Resolution #955 allows for the flood plain regulations. This original award was for $200,000.
use of electronic signatures in ordinance is necessary for This amendment increases
place of wet signatures. Also citizens to maintain participation funding to $500,000 and will
included in this resolution was a in the National Flood Insurance allow the City to get both projects
policy outlining the manner and Program (NFIP), allowing 100% designed. The city plans
format in which these electronic Normandy Park property owners to apply for additional grants
records are generated, sent, to obtain flood insurance. Over in future years to construct the
communicated, received, stored, the next six months, staff will culvert replacements.
and managed.
NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 7
Wheels Keep On Turning
Moving
Civic
Turn the Forward
Center
Dial!Conceptual
Normandy Design Nears Public
Park Launches a NEW Review
24/7 TV Channel
BY MARK HOPPEN, CITY MANAGER
Conceptual Design almost
Ready for Review
The city’s recreation center,
city offices, and police station
are nearing the end of the
building life cycles. The current
conceptual design effort for
replacement of these facilities
includes a recreation center,
government offices, and
police station that can be
phased, value-engineered as
to cost, or altered, some or all
of which may be necessary.
Nevertheless, the conceptual
design will represent the optimal
current thinking on use of City
Hall Park for these city and community services. Did this conceptual design process start from
Why is it being called a Civic Center? scratch?
The term City Hall usually refers strictly to government No, Miller Hull Architects considered previous
offices. The word civic refers to the duties and citizen Facilities Task Force spatial information. The
activities of citizens in their town. In the last century, steering committee explored these spatial needs
incorporated and unincorporated areas often built with the architects to determine the best City Hall
civic centers for socials, athletics and recreation, Park siting options for a future recreation center,
and for community decision-making. Because of government offices, and police station, although the
this, the term Civic Center has been used to both assessed spatial needs are valid anywhere.
characterize this design effort and to respect the
Next Steps
historical purposes of Normandy Park. Nevertheless,
the citizens of Normandy Park could call the facility 1. Steering Committee and staff review of
whatever makes them most comfortable. final study (October)
Why and how was the city hall location selected? 2. Council review of final study and Steering
The City Council considered the Marvista Park Committee recommendation (November)
and the City Hall Park sites. The City Hall site was 3. Development of preferred funding strategy
ultimately selected as the chief venue for active and phasing
indoor and outdoor recreation in the city, as the site 4. Formation of Development Committee to
most frequently utilized by the largest number of work toward capital assets necessary
people in Normandy Park, and as a location where 5. Final design development to accommodate
the neighborhood has learned to cope with these desired adjustments and features from
patterns of use, including traffic patterns. preliminary design and/or site layout
8 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020
Wheels Keep On Turning
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During these tough times, we are dedicated to:
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gloves per CDC over the next couple of months. Sign up to learn about
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VALUE: There may be limits as to how many people will or by emailing info@mtrainierpool.com.
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sions accordingly. We also have scholarships that are not in person, contact Aquatics Coordinator Lauryne
only available for swim lessons but are available for Newman at (206) 309-9452 or email her at
passes and exercise classes, too. lauryne.newman@desmoinespool.org.
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NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 9
Wheels Keep On Turning
Moving Forward
Rolling With It
BY JENNIFER FERRER-SANTA INES, FINANCE DIRECTOR
In late March, Zoom to hold
many of us were meetings and
greeted by more engage with
than the start of others, paid staff
a beautiful spring and vendors on
season. Instead, time, negotiated
we were all the police labor
mandated to limit contract, applied
the amount of time for grants, signed
we spent in public contracts, issued
and stay six feet permits and
apart from each licenses, improved
other in order to Starting from top left: Jessie Medrow, Environmental Specialist; Brooks Wall, the City website,
City Clerk; Mark Hoppen, City Manager; Shelly Bedingfield, Administrative
save more lives. Assistant. 2nd row left to right: Holly Keeton, Community Development Director; addressed land
Doors to City Sue-Ann Hohimer, Mayor; Mary Anderson, Accounting Specialist, Ashleigh use regulations,
hall were closed Williams, Assistant Planner. 3rd row from top: Tiffany Chang, Accounting conducted public
Specialist; Kari Sand, City Attorney, Ogden Murphy Wallace; Dan Yourkoski,
and the majority Police Chief; Amanda Leon, Parks Director. Bottom Pic: Ken Courter, Public hearings as
of staff worked Works Director. Not pictured: Jennifer Ferrer-Santa Ines, Finance Director needed, offered
remotely from their online learning
kitchen tables, craft rooms, recreational vehicles, or for preschool children, ongoing council meetings,
a makeshift home office. work on a program to assist the community with
One might think of all the difficulties and challenges cash support to continue operations, develop the
that came with this transition, but after standing City Budget and more!
in line to obtain laptops and working with IT for So, while you have not physically seen much of City
network connection and access, staff was up and staff presence, rest assured that even if virtually
running and we were all rolling with it. done, City staff is here to continue to serve the
The Customer Service Wheel continued to turn community and will remain rolling with it through the
as City staff successfully became proficient with phased approach and until normality returns.
10 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020Wheels Keep On Turning
Moving Forward
Your Voice, Your Support, Your City
BY JENNIFER FERRER-SANTA INES, FINANCE DIRECTOR
Councilmembers met virtually with Staff in April to encouraged to participate by joining the Budget
determine priorities for the 2021-2022 budgetary Advisory Group to discuss the City of Normandy
years. These priorities provide the basis from Park’s budget. This group is made up of Normandy
which each department aligns their goals under Park community members and residents like
one or more objectives set by Council. yourself who have a voice, want to show
Areas of focus for the next biennium support and have an interest in how their
include the following: City is run.
• Maintain financial stability Additionally, there are other
• Improve the city’s code opportunities to provide input
during budget public hearings
• Strengthen the city’s
scheduled for October
identity and influence
27th and November 10th.
• Communicate to During public hearings, you
citizens, stakeholders, can participate by sharing your
and customers, and comments to City Council prior
market the city to Councilmembers making their
• Strengthen partnerships decision on adoption of the budget.
• Implement projects If you have any questions or if you
City staff have been working hard are interested in participating, contact
to fine tune department budgets and at this point Finance Director, Jennifer Ferrer-Santa Ines at
of the process, members in the community are jferrer-santaines@normandyparkwa.gov.
TASK/BUDGET PREPARATION STEP DATE
Council Retreat-Strategic Goal Setting April 28
Budget kickoff – documents to staff Tuesday, May 5
Budget worksheets / revenue projections due to Finance Tuesday, May 19
Department managers meet with Finance & City Manager to discuss individual budgets July - September
Budget Advisory Group Discussions Sept 9 – Sept 25
Publish notice of filing of Preliminary Budget, public hearing on tax levy, and Final Budget adoption Friday, September 25
with City Clerk (publish once per week for two weeks) (posting date)
First Preliminary Budget, revenues, and message filed w/City Clerk Tuesday, September 29
Preliminary Budget, revenues, and message available to City Council Tuesday, October 13
Council budget workshop if needed and Public Hearing Tuesday, October 27
Public hearing on tax levy & Final Budget hearing / adoption; Amend 2020 budget, if needed Tuesday, November 10
Continue public hearing, if necessary Tuesday, November 24
Tax levy filed with King County Monday, December 7
Final Budget document distribution (MRSC, SAO, staff, etc.) January 2021
NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 11Wheels Keep On Turning
w Digital Leaf
Turning Over a New Digital Leaf
Have you ever visited the city’s website? complete, and
Before August 25th, you probably found the new website
it frustrating. Trying to find what you were was launched
looking for was complicated and confusing. nearly a week
The Economic Development Committee had a early. The
separate website, which was inefficient. transition was
seamless,
So, when the City of Normandy Park had the
thanks to
opportunity to merge the EDC’s content into the
support
city’s website through a Port of Seattle Economic
from Locke
Development grant, the city opted for a website
Systems,
that is new and intuitive.
the city’s IT
The catch? It had to be done by August 31st. contractor.
By late June, the city had contracted 575 to Since the
redesign and rebuild the city website to improve website
navigation and usability for staff and residents. launch, data
575 is a creative agency located right here in show that user
Normandy Park! satisfaction has
significantly increased! Visitors are
575 sought to craft a website that inspires
quickly finding what they need and are exploring
and connects. By working together with city
the site. Evaluating this data, 575 and city staff can
leadership and staff, 575 built the site to support
continue to improve the website.
clear, effective communications.
A website is an essential component of a city’s
The first step was research. 575 gathered
communication strategy. It is a service intended to
feedback and data from staff, the previous
reach, educate and build trust, every day.
website, and city surveys, as well as from
elements of other city websites. Then, 575 While the website is fully operational, as with most
assessed critical technology features to support things, a website requires continuous maintenance
quality communication. and supervision.
Finally, a simple, carefully crafted set of design Over the next year, 575 is contracted to continue
guidelines focused on the natural beauty work with the city, maintaining the site to ensure
and serenity of Normandy Park. Each page its stability, security and usefulness. We aim to
communicates a clear objective to provide a continually improve by assessing feedback and
more enjoyable user experience. learning from the data. Each enhancement to the
site will improve usability, discoverability and clarity.
The two existing websites were consolidated
into a continuous user experience in just two We hope the new website inspires, connects, and
months! The website design, development, and supports City of Normandy Park residents and
deployment required more than 800 hours to business owners.
12 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020Wheels Keep On Turning
Normandy
Rolling out aPark Preschool
Virtual Virtual
Preschool Program
Program
BY JAVOHN PERRY, PRESCHOOL TEACHER/DIRECTOR
Because of the current specialized instruction
COVID restrictions, and activities. Some
we were not able to of the fun activities we
open up our preschool do in class are songs,
classroom. The City stories, show and tell,
of Normandy Park and early literacy &
still wanted to offer math activities. They
preschool services also receive work to
to the community. In complete at home.
an effort to keep the We are so excited
preschool running, that we are able to
while social distancing, The classes are broken down continue to offer preschool
we decided to offer virtual into 3 age groups, all taught services to our community.
preschool! The Normandy Park by Teacher JaVohn. Students Although we are social
Preschool Virtual Program serves attend Zoom calls Monday distancing, we are still learning,
children ages 2 ½ - 5 years old. through Thursday and receive socializing, singing and dancing!
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Normandy Park Capital Improvement Project Update – Fall 2020
BY JESSIE MEDROW, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
1st Avenue South Curb Ramp Retrofit and Storm This resolution added money to the Flood Reduction
Drainage Improvement Project Grant fund. An opportunity became available to
The first phase of this project consisted of the the city to receive supplemental grant funds. The
construction of curb ramps at three intersections amendment will add $300,000 to the existing grant,
along 1st Ave South, one curb ramp at the for a new total grant amount of $500,000, which
intersection of 6th Avenue SW and SW 186th will fund the design of both culverts. The project
Street; and storm drainage improvements including will include the design of three existing culverts in
new pipe, catch basin, and ditch regrading at Normandy Park sized to convey 100-year flows. The
various locations on 12th Avenue SW and SW culverts will be designed as fish-passable culverts
168th Street. The 1st Avenue South curb ramp or bridges. The City is currently working with an
retrofit and stormwater drainage improvements engineering consultant to prepare a feasibility study
were constructed in advance of a King County and engineering plans.
Overlay Project. Pavement restoration was 4th Avenue SW ADA Improvements
completed in August 2020. Areas included 6th Ave Normandy Park was awarded grant funding from
SW from SW 186th St to SW 189th St (to include Washington State Transportation Improvement
SW 187th St and SW 189th St), 1st Pl SW and 2nd Board (TIB). Eligibility for grant acceptance
Pl SW south of SW 190th St, SW 168th St from requires bringing ADA ramps into compliance.
12th Ave SW to 19th Ave SW, 12th Ave SW from The city successfully brought 14 curb ramps into
SW 168th St to SW 170th St, 19th Ave SW from SW compliance. Ten new catch basins were then
168th St to SW 170th St. installed to meet maintenance standards set
Sequoia Creek and Walker Creek Culvert forth by the Department of Ecology. This work
Replacement Design was done in advance of a King County Overlay
King County Flood District awarded Normandy Park, Project. Surface preparation to fix cracks, areas of
a $200,000 grant to design replacement culverts. inadequate support, and deformations in the road
The intention was to use this Flood Reduction were repaired to prepare a structurally sound base
Grant to fund preliminary design. In November of which is a prerequisite of a final grind and overlay.
2019, King County Flood District passed resolution King County completed the final stage of the 4th
FCD2019-13.2 to create their 2020 annual budget. Ave SW overlay project in April of 2020.
14 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020Wheels Keep On Turning
Stormwater Master Plan guidance for water quantity and quality control
City of Normandy park is working with a consultant contained in the Washington State Department of
to develop a Stormwater Master Plan. The plan Ecology’s 2014 Stormwater Management Manual
will identify specific structural and non-structural for Western Washington (SWMMWW). Based on
solutions to provide adequate stormwater the improvements recommended, a prioritized
conveyance capacity and water quality; treatment schedule of capital improvements can be generated
facilities to protect the environment and community. for the next 10 years. This schedule will be
The plan will develop a long-range plan for coordinated with the City’s Pavement Management
construction of stormwater conveyance facilities reports as well as other improvements within the
within City rights-of-way. The plan will incorporate right-of-way.
To learn more about Capital Improvement Projects,
visit us at https://normandyparkwa.gov/category/
public-works/capital-improvement-projects/
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NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 15Wheels Keep On Turning
Moving Forward
Moving Forward
BY JENNIFER FERRER-SANTA INES, FINANCE DIRECTOR
The City is working towards the development of its • City wide
2021-2022 budget and below is a sneak peek of street striping
what’s to come in the future for Councilmembers’ • Pay down
consideration and for your input at a public hearing and retire
on October 27th and November 10th: 2013 General
• Create and implement a central online Obligation Bond
contract management process debt issue
• Transition to online storage • The Sequoia creek culvert is in need of
• Develop officer worn body camera program replacement. An emergency repair was made in
2015 and was expected to last a few years
• Re-establish a traffic enforcement
motorcycle unit • National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) requirements necessitate the City to
• Complete the implementation of the new
inspect 50% of catch basins each year and all
Permit Tracking system
stormwater facilities such as ponds, infiltration
• Pavement repair of highest priority streets trenches, impervious sidewalks, vaults, filtration
• Street sign replacements to improve visibility and systems and work towards compliance with
upgrade to current standards of retro-reflectivity Department of Ecology
Moving
What’s inForward
Your Wheelhouse?
Wisely, as fall approaches, from both may help one thrive. The Has:
people often look to prepare changing season is a good time to • Opportunity
the house, the car, the yard or take personal inventory and make • Employer/family/other support
the wardrobe for the change in adjustments accordingly.
• Challenges and difficulties
season but what about the mind? Is: that are at manageable level
This year, especially, one might • Optimistic • Environment that is calm
be wise to give some attention • Spiritual or Religious • Is given a high degree of
to preparing mentally and
• Motivated autonomy
emotionally for an enjoyable fall
• Proactive • Is trusted as competent
season as well.
• Someone who enjoys learning
This handy list stems from some Today is a great day to set new
• Flexible goals and mentally prepare to
of the latest research* on human
thriving. It is suggested that one • Adaptable thrive this fall and winter, come
need not have every item on each • Socially competent what may.
list but that some combination • Believes in self/has self-esteem *Dr. Daniel Brown – University of Portsmouth – Neuroscience News
16 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020FREE Santa Hat Giveaway!
Wheels Keep On Turning
FREE Santa Hat Giveaway!
FREE Santa Hat Giveaway!
Boost your holiday spirit with a Santa Hat! Thanks to gener
have 500 to give away!
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2020
Time: Noon to 3pm
Location: Normandy Park Towne Center, 19803 1st Ave South, in front of the giant tree!
Santa hat in a special drive-thru. Wear your hat during the “Santa in the Park” show to b
Boost your holiday spirit with a Santa Hat! Thanks to generous community members, we
spirit!
have 500 to give away!
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2020 Due to COVID, we are unable to have the annual in-person Winterfest Tree Lighting Ce
the Park” show will feature a virtual Santa’s arrival, tree lighting, sing-alongs, and spe
Time: Noon to 3pm
Boost your holiday spirit with a Santa Hat! Thanks to genero
Location: Normandy Park Towne Center, Santa’s
19803elves andSouth,
1st Ave Friends of Normandy
in front of the giantPark
tree!Foundation, 501c3.
Elves will provide you with a
spirit! have 500 to give away!
Santa hat in a special drive-thru. Wear your hat during the “Santa in the Park” show to boost our community’s holiday
Questions? Email info@friendsofnormandypark.org or call Susan West at 206-818-6945
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NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 17Wheels Keep On Turning
Moving
Turn the Forward
Dial! Normandy Park Launches a NEW 24/7 TV Channel
BY SUSAN WEST
Guess what’s coming your way on TV? A new Normandy
Park Channel on Comcast! As you may have noticed
over the years, watching or listening to the City channel
is challenging. But good news is here! Get ready for a
major improvement thanks to the hard work of Normandy
Park’s TV Channel Committee, along with much-needed
equipment upgrades, Comcast’s switch to HD, and new
and exciting programming!
As of September 28, 2020: Comcast flipped the switch
to HD! We now have channels 21 AND 321 (HD). The
City also upgraded equipment to improve video quality,
except the cameras in the Council Chamber. That project
will happen at a later time once costs are reviewed.
Also, look for a new feature on the City website this winter—a TV Guide showcasing existing and new
programming including Council meetings, new videos about our City staff and services, educational videos,
relaxing videos of our shoreline and parks, regional government videos (believe us, they’ll be exciting!), and
special shows hosted by local TV talent Shannon Devos!
Mark Your Calendar!
• October 31: We’ll air a special video about the October 24th Pumpkin Giveaway at City Hall.
• December 5, 2020: Winterfest goes virtual this year with a special “Santa in the Park” TV show.
Through your TV, help Santa countdown the annual holiday tree lighting, listen to festive musical
groups, and maybe you’ll hear your letter read by Santa in his toyshop!
• December 24-25, 2020: Holiday Yule Log Normandy Park style (What does that mean? Tune it to find out!).
• New Year’s Eve: Countdown to 2021 Normandy Park style (Don’t miss this eventful countdown to the
New Year. Let’s make it a new tradition!).
• 2021: Get ready for more exciting new programming. It’s on the way!
Special THANKS to the City’s TV Channel Committee (below): Q13 Fox News Video-Journalist Marc LeCuyer and
YouTube star ShanzDev, former TV News Reporter/Anchor/Producer Susan West, Parks Director Amanda Leon,
Environmental Specialist Jessie Medrow, City Manager Mark Hoppen, and City Clerk Brooks Hall.
18 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Moving
Do I LiveForward
in a Critical Area?
BY HOLLY KEETON
With the rainy season site. A property located
upon us, it’s important to within a landslide hazard
address the dangers of area is required to have a
unstable soils. Normandy geotechnical engineer or
Park has many sloped geologist perform a site
areas, most of which are analysis report and address
categorized as either specific criteria such as soil
erosion or landslide hazard assessment, description
areas. The Normandy Park of soils and vegetation,
Municipal Code (NPMC filed investigation data,
18.36.510) defines erosion hazard analysis of the
hazard areas as “areas with slopes greater site, engineered site plan, drainage plan, potential
than 15 percent with a vertical relief of at least impacts to adjacent properties and other related
20 feet as well as areas identified by the U.S. information. A full list of requirements can be found
Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources under NPMC 18.36.520. A critical area review is
Conservation Service as having a “moderate to done before the submittal of any building plans
severe,” “severe,” or “very severe” rill and inter- can be taken in for review. A critical area review
rill erosion hazard” and landslide hazard areas generally takes about eight (8) weeks.
as “areas potentially subject to landslides based Due to the region’s high population density and the
on a combination of geologic, topographic, and fact that many structures are built on top of or below
hydrologic factors. They include areas susceptible bluffs and slopes subject to landslides, many lives
because of bedrock, soil type, slope (gradient), are endangered during these land movements. In
slope aspect, structure, hydrology, other factors, addition to having critical area review requirements
or a combination thereof”. for any work done on a property within a landslide
Many people are not aware of the fact that a hillside hazard area, it is also crucial that families have an
or a slope on their property probably means that emergency plan in case of a severe slide.
their home is within a critical area or its buffer. A Trees and shrubs on a hillside help stabilize soils.
large percentage of the land within Normandy Park King County provides a native plant guide at
is located within at least one type of critical area. green2.kingcounty.gov/gonative.com that addresses
This is something that can easily be checked for the best species for aiding in slope stabilization. A
you if you contact the Community Development tip from the field of landscape architecture notes
Department staff. that framing a view with trees creates a more
If your structure is located in one of these sensitive interesting perspective than a wide-open view. For
areas the process for altering your property has example, planting red-flowering currant shrubs
a few additional steps that are required by the at the edges of the view followed by snowberry,
municipal code. First of all, projects in critical manzanita, and ferns on the interior of the top of the
areas require a report by an environmental slope (see image) provides an exceptional frame for
specialist who can assess the qualities of the augmentation of a beautiful view.
NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 19PARKS & RECREATION
Moving
Keep on Forward
Rolling Through the Rain
As the rainy weather approaches so do the dark public restrooms are closed. If you dislike doing
days and the often unavoidable impacts on one’s outdoor activities during the wet months, consider
mood. As the dark days continue it can be very downloading an App that provides various 10
difficult to maintain a positive outlook and see the (and less) workouts for in-doors, or go online to
beauty that exists in each day. There are many search for in-door workout ideas that will keep
things you can do to increase levels of serotonin you motivated. No matter which group you fall
and dopamine to keep the fall/winter blues at bay. into, the wet months can leave you deficient in
Getting exercise on a regular basis can have Vitamin D. Make sure you talk to your doctor about
a significantly positive impact on your mood. It incorporating a vitamin D supplement into your diet.
doesn’t take a lot of exercise to reap the benefits! Remember to treat yourself to a special experience
Just a quick 10-15 minutes a day is all you need. every once in a while and appreciate the simple
For those of you who love the outdoors in all joys of life. For instance, a cup of homemade hot
types of weather; make sure that you hydrate cocoa in dreary weather can make easily lift your
well before you leave your house and use the spirits. Every now and then comfort food can also
restroom immediately before you leave to avoid help warm us in the chilly weather. A couple simple
having to cut your time outdoors short while many recipes have been included below to get you started.
Healthy Mac and Chee
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Cocoa You will need Elbow Ma
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of cocoa, ¼ cup ion, 1 butternut squash
,
¼ teaspoon pure vegetable broth, ¾ cu 5 cups
chocolate chips, p milk, 1 tsp salt, and
2/3 cu p
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vanilla extract y type that will melt we
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Using your choice according to the packag
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medium-low heat e e. In a skillet heat the
bu
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powder and suga ion and add it to the bu
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chips unit fully m the vegetable broth to
a boil and
vanilla, add the cubes of squa
Add a splash of sh, continue to boil un
til tender.
Save a ½ cup of the br
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squash.
Puree the squash, onion
Don’t forget the , milk, salt
and left over broth. Po
whipped cream ur the
sauce over the noodles
on top! and
top with cheese. Add sa
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pepper to your liking.
20 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020PUBLIC WORKS
Moving
WheelingForward
Around in the Parks... Play Safe Plan
BY AMANDA LEÓN
We are currently in Phase 2 of meets the criteria to move into each
Washington’s Phased Approach phase, the City of Normandy
Plan. The plan allows for Park Parks and Recreation will
reopening park amenities, reopen park amenities, facilities
facilities, and activities based and services where resources
on the Governor’s Office’s allow in alignment with each
metrics. Each county must be phase’s requirements. The city
approved to enter the next phase will follow the guidelines set
before proceeding. While any from the Centers for Disease
phase may allow an amenity Control and Prevention
(CDC), King County Public
or facility to open or operate, it
Health, the Governor’s Office,
is not mandated by the State of
and the City of Normandy Park
Washington to be reopened. The
Emergency Management Director.
City of Normandy Park continues
to evaluate staffing resources, best practices, and To learn more about the Play Safe Plan, visit
requirements to determine the reopening of park the city website at https://normandyparkwa.gov/
amenities, facilities, and services. As King County recreation-community/
Design By SCJ Studio
NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 21PUBLIC WORKS
Moving Forwardin Normandy Park
Street Sweeping
BY JESSIE MEDROW, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
The City of Normandy Park When used in conjunction Residents can help this Fall by
conducts regular street sweeping. with end-of-pipe solutions, clearing leaves and debris from
Not only is it a cost-effective best this practice is efficient and storm drains near their property.
management practice, but it can effective. The City’s street
• Use a hand rake or broom to
also prevent flooding by keeping sweeping program combined
clear leaves from drains and
drains clear. Street sweeping can with the catch basin inspection
grates
reduce pollution such as debris and maintenance program
and fine metal particles that may significantly reduces the • Trim vegetation, trees, and
otherwise be washed off the amount of sediment, nutrients, shrubs overhanging the edge
roadway and discharged into a and pollutants from pavement of the roadway and curb
local waterway. Virtually invisible, surfaces that end up in other • Keep gutter lines clear of
these particles can be harmful to stormwater treatment facilities weeds, branches, leaves, or
fish and other wildlife if they reach and ultimately surface waters. anything that may obstruct
streams, lakes, and Puget Sound. Another benefit, our roads are water
A study in Florida involving 14 cleaner! Looking for more ways to
municipalities concluded that The Public Works Crew is out help? The City’s Stormwater
street sweeping was found to the second Wednesday of every Management Program relies on
be the most economical and month. For a complete street participation from our residents
dominant practice that municipal sweeping map and frequency to be successful. Here are
storm sewer systems (MS4) can schedule, visit our website at a few ways to help prevent
implement to prevent nutrients https://normandyparkwa.gov/ pollution and flooding. For more
and particulate matter from public-works/streets/. information, visit our website at
entering urban drainage systems www.normandyparkwa.gov/
and the environment. publicworks/surfacewatermanagement
• Pick up after your pets
• Avoid washing or pressure
washing your car at home,
instead visit a commercial
car wash
• Consider Low Impact
Development(LID) to manage
runoff onsite so it does not
become your neighbors
problem. This may be a rain
garden, porous pavement, or
an infiltration trench.
• Limit chemical use on lawns,
roofs, and driveways.
22 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020PUBLIC SAFETY
Moving Forward Graduates from the Police Academy
Officer Washington
Officer Enrique Washington started the Washington State Basic Law
Enforcement Academy March 4, 2020 and was set to graduate July
10th. Those plans were derailed by COVID-19 as the Academy hit pause
for two months while they figured out a way to safely bring recruits back
on campus. Thankfully, Enrique successfully completed and graduated
from the Academy on September 11, 2020. He now moves on to field
training and is set to begin filling shifts at the start of 2021.
Enrique, who originally hails from San Diego, Ca, came to us after retiring
from active military service. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1996 but
spent the last 14 years of his career in the U.S. Army. Enrique is a graduate
of the University of Washington with a Bachelors of Arts in Criminal Justice.
Please be sure
and welcome him
to Normandy Park
if you see him!
NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020 23PUBLIC SAFETY
Watch Out for Pedestrians and Bicyclists
As we approach the end of daylight savings, we need to be aware of
the increased risk to both pedestrians and bicyclists. Most vehicle/
pedestrian accidents happen during the hours of darkness so it
New Stop Sign Law for
should be no surprise to anyone that the week that daylight savings Bicyclists – Oct 1, 2020
ends has the highest number of reported incidents (Daylight Savings
Starting October 1, 2020 a new
Time ends this year on November 1st 2020). Approximately 6,000
law goes into effect for bicyclists
pedestrians are killed each year in the United States.
in Washington State. The
Some things that pedestrians can do: “Safety Stop” will allow bicyclists
• Wear reflective and light colored clothing the option of treating a stop sign
as a yield (when the coast is
• Carry a flashlight (if you don’t have a flashlight turn on the
clear and it’s safe to enter an
light on your phone) intersection). Washington will
• Cross in designated areas or if no crosswalk is available be the fifth state in the nation
cross in well lit areas. to legalize the Safety Stop,
following Idaho, Delaware,
• If no sidewalk is available, walk on
Arkansas, and Oregon.
the side of the street that traffic is
There are two exemptions that
approaching.
are important to note:
Some things that bicyclists can do:
1. Stop sign signals on
• Wear reflective and light school busses will still
colored clothing require a complete stop.
• Have a light for your bicycle as 2. Stop signs at railroad
well as a large reflector for the crossings will still require
back a complete stop.
• Wear a helmet, better yet, a Otherwise, beginning this fall,
reflective helmet people who bike can treat a stop
sign as a “yield the right away.”
• Follow the rules of the road
Washington’s yield rule
Some things drivers can do:
is as follows:
• Drive at or below the speed
• Slowing down to a speed
limit especially during hours of reasonable for road
darkness or reduced visibility conditions and, if required,
• Stay off your phone and be able to safely come to
eliminate other distractions a stop
• Share the road • The person operating a
bicycle should yield the
Let’s keep this community safe for right of way to any vehicle
all of us and the only way for that in the intersection or
to happen is if we all do our part. approaching on another
Normandy Park Police will be roadway that is close
actively enforcing all traffic laws enough to present an
immediate hazard.
and not just for drivers!
24 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | FALL 2020PUBLIC SAFETY
Pink Patch Project Pink Patch Project
In 2015, the Pink Patch Project began as an innovative
public awareness campaign to bring attention to the fight
against breast cancer and to support breast cancer research
organizations in combating this devastating disease.
This is the second year the Normandy Park Police Department
has participated. In the first year, $1,000 was raised and
donated to the American Cancer Society. Patches (limited
quantity) can be purchased for $10 by sending
a check or money order made out to the
Normandy Park Police Officers Guild to:
What to Do Dan Yourkoski
If You See a Attn: Pink Patches
801 SW 174th ST
Street Light Out Normandy Park, WA 98166
Or in person at Empire Coffee at the
As the hours of daylight Normandy Park Towne Center. All proceeds...
dwindle, street lights become
more important. Street
lights within Normandy Park
are managed by the utility
providers. PSE provides
service to the area south of
Sylvester Road, and Seattle
City Light to the north. Burnt
out street lights should be
reported to the appropriate
utility here:
PSE
https://www.pse.com/outage/
report-street-light-outage
Seattle City Light
https://seattle-cwiprod.
motorolasolutions.com/cwi/tile
All of this information can
be found on the City’s
website. Visit us at https:// Leslie Newman Nicole Larsen
normandyparkwa.gov/public- Designated Broker/Owner Broker
206.769.8882 (Direct) 253.642.6758
works/streets/ 206.244.6000 (Office) nicolelarsen@remax.net
leslienewman@remax.net www.nicolelarsenrealtor.com
www.leslienewman.com
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