MAY 2015 CitySceneNORMANDY PARK Wonderful World of Woods and Water A History of Normandy Park COUNCIL CORNER 60 Years as a City WHAT MAKES THE PARK ... THE PARK? SUMMER CONCERTS Music in the Park Permit No. 231 No. Permit Postal Customer Postal Seattle, WA Seattle, ECRWSS US Postage Paid Postage US PRSRT STD PRSRT “It is rare that one can look back on a service and honestly say that it was first rate. Chad and Cyndi Ohrt and their team provide a first rate service. I’ve found that many realtors/agents are good at one aspect of selling a home. However, very few are able to excel at all of the details of selling a home-from listing and marketing, through escrow and sale. They developed a specific marketing plan using traditional and contemporary strategies, and more importantly, they implemented the plan. I know the plan worked because there were multiple o ffers on my home. In my situation, there was still work to be done to finalize the transaction. Chad and Cyndi developed a strategy to overcome these obstacles. They were in constant contact with me and the buyers, along with various agencies and contractors. Their efforts resulted in a successful transaction to the satisfaction of all parties. I can honestly stat that any future real estate transactions will involve Chad and Cyndi Ohrt” ~William T. | Normandy Park Home Seller 2 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | MAY 2015 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | MAY 2015 3 >>> INSIDE THIS ISSUE MAY 2015 From the Mayor ................................................................ 4 City Scene is published by Philips Publishing Group Council Corner .................................................................. 6 for the City of Normandy Park From the Publisher .......................................................... 8 PUBLISHER Peter Philips: (206) 284-8285 City News & Notes ......................................................... 10 [email protected] ADVERTISING SALES Community Education ................................................. 16 Maddie DuBray: (206) 284-8285 [email protected] Wonderful World of Woods and Water– EXECUTIVE EDITOR A History of Normandy Park ........................................ 22 Bob Jean (206) 248-8246 The Trees - Growing up in Normandy Park MANAGING EDITOR Debbie Burke (206) 248-8248 in the 1950s and 1960s .................................................. 24 PRODUCTION NPPD News ..................................................................... 26 Colleen Rhay ACCOUNTING Recreation ....................................................................... 30 Crystal Alaniz Environment .................................................................. 32 NP Pre-School ................................................................. 29 CITY HALL 2201 W. Commodore Way Arts Commission & other Community Events ......... 34 801 SW 174th Street Seattle, WA 98199 Normandy Park WA 98166 (206) 284-8285 City Manager’s Desk ...................................................... 36 www.philipspublishing.com CITY HALL MAIN LINE 206-248-7603 Business Listing .............................................................. 38 COVER PHOTO CREDIT: KCSO Air Support Unit “It is rare that one can look back on a service and honestly say that it was first rate. Chad and Cyndi Ohrt and their team provide a first rate service. I’ve found that many realtors/agents are good at one aspect of selling a home. However, very few are able to excel at all of the details of selling a home-from listing and marketing, through escrow and sale. They developed a specific marketing plan using traditional and contemporary Call us to strategies, and more importantly, they implemented the plan. I know the plan worked because there were multiple o ffers on my home. 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Family-owned & operated since 1996 For more information visit highlinerelay.org www.boulevardparkplace.com Boulevard Park Place is a proud sponsor of Highline Relay For Life. 2805 S 125th Street, Burien, WA 98168 2 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | MAY 2015 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | MAY 2015 3 >> From the Mayor << THE CITY COUNCIL the opportunity to protect the special 1) STABILIZE CITY FINANCES AND I ARE PLEASED character of this City”. • Proposed 2015–2016 Budget TO ANNOUNCE our I don’t want this opportunity to pass Amendments appointment of Mark without thanking our Interim City • Parks and City Capital Improvement Hoppen as our new Manager, Bob Jean, for his service to Projects—Parks Master Plan and Susan West City Manager. Mark Normandy Park since January. Bob Normandy Road Projects Mayor has over 23 years of drew from all of his 40 years of city • Transportation Benefit District municipal management management experience in working funding options for streets experience with nearly 15 years as the towards our goals and work plans, major • Utility taxes for all other General City Administrator (CEO) for the City of capital improvements projects, hiring our Government—Police, seniors, Gig Harbor. He has a Masters of Public new Finance Director and Parks Planner, community events, etc Administration from the University of and sorting through the details and • All for only $8–15 more per Washington, a Doctor of Education Degree options of keeping our 2015–2016 budget household per month from Seattle University and his Bachelors balanced. 2) EXCELLENT CITIZEN SERVICES from the University of Washington. Bob really takes Normandy Park to • Cleared 6–18 month permit backlogs His expected start date with the City is heart and we hope he comes back this • Streamlined development code May 1st. We believe that as you meet Mark, summer to some of our community processes you will feel as we do that he is a great fit events. And have a great time back in • City Facility Needs Task Force for Normandy Park! semi-retirement! About his selection as City Manager, Thanks also to the City Council and 3) ENHANCE ENVIRONMENTAL Mark said: “With the Community’s passion staff for all the extra meetings and work to SUSTAINABILITY for the environment, parks, open space stay on track with our major 2015–2016 • Hired first Parks Planner and M.P.D. and civic infrastructure, I’m excited at goals: Work Plan • Normandy Road Low-Impact Design 4) SUSTAIN COMMUNITY PUBLIC SAFETY • Community Policing CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC GOALS • Volunteer Emergency Management Coordinator • 1st Avenue South 35 MPH speed limit 5) MAKE NORMANDY PARK A GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2015–2016 • Competitive market-based pay 1. Stabilize City financeswith sustainable and benefits • Police Guild and Teamsters contracts economic development. 6) RAISE NORMANDY PARK’S 2. Provide excellent customer/citizen service REGIONAL PRESENCE through efficient, open accessible and • State and King County Committees transparent government. • South Sound Cities • Partnerships with Burien and 3. Enhance environmental sustainability and Des Moines overall community quality of life. 7) PROVIDE 2-WAY 4. Enhance & sustain community public safety, COMMUNICATION with safe neighborhoods and streets. OPPORTUNITIES • Comprehensive Plan survey 5. Make the City of Normandy Park a great place • Council and Commission Public to work. Meetings • City Scene quarterly magazine 6. Raise the City’s regional presence, profile • City Council and Commission & influence. meetings streaming video 7. Provide two-way communications with • Social media and website community, citizens and staff. So thanks to all our Normandy Park Residents for helping us make the Park, THE PARK! 4 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | MAY 2015 NORMANDY PARK CITY SCENE | MAY 2015 5 Make an investment in yourself today and start living your dreams! CITY DIRECTORY City Hall YOUR PATH TO 801 SW 174th Street TRANSFORMATION BEGINS HERE. Normandy Park WA 98166 Contact Laureen for more information about City Hall Main Line 206-248-7603 1:1 Vision Board Sessions, Group Vision Board Police Non-Emergency Classes, and Coaching Packages. 206-248-7600 Police & City Hall Office Hours 9:00am–4:00pm TRANSFORMATIONS Monday through Friday Coaching & Consulting City Administration LAUREEN ROGERS, a Professional Life Coach, City Manager will guide you through a creative process designed 206-248-8246 to ignite your dreams and turn them into reality. Finance Director 206-248-8251 City Clerk Call today to register for an upcoming class 206-248-8248 or to schedule your FREE coaching consultation Accounting Specialist 206-218-8304 206-248-8247 Email: [email protected] Senior Planner www.transformations-llc.com 206-248-8249 Gift certificates are also available for your loved ones! Associate Planner 206-248-8260 Parks Planner 206-248-8257 Public Works Operations 206-248-8269 Public Works Engineer 206-248-8256 Recreation/Facility Scheduling 206-248-7603 Police Chief 206-248-7600 Police Records Manager 206-248-7600 Passport