Normandy Park residents should expect construction activity, temporary lane closures and park access changes this summer as the city begins several projects aimed at improving parks, stormwater systems and transportation infrastructure, according to the City of Normandy Park.

Here are the projects:

  • City Hall Park Stormwater Improvements Project:  already underway and is expected to be completed by mid-August. The project is intended to improve drainage along the pedestrian pathway near the southern baseball field, reduce standing water and eliminate a large puddle that forms during the wet season, according to the city.
  • Marvista Park: A larger improvement project is scheduled to begin in August at Marvista Park. The city said the work will include new sidewalks, improved parking access, storm drainage upgrades and new electrical and water service to support future park amenities. The Marvista Park project also is expected to add new pedestrian pathways, a bocce ball court and a food truck pad to support future community events and recreation. Because the work will affect nearly every area of the park, Marvista Park will be closed during construction for public safety, according to the city. The city said it understands the closure may be inconvenient and appreciates residents’ patience while long-term improvements are made to one of Normandy Park’s most popular community spaces.
  • 4th Ave SW and SW Normandy Road intersection improvements, is planned for mid-August through November after the City Council recently approved the construction contract. The project will extend the sidewalk along Southwest Normandy Road and add a retaining wall to improve slope stability, according to the city.

During construction, residents may experience temporary lane closures, traffic delays, sidewalk detours, construction noise during working hours, periodic parking restrictions near active work areas and temporary access changes around project sites.

The city is asking drivers and pedestrians to slow down, follow posted traffic control signs and use caution in construction zones. Project schedules are weather-dependent and may change as work progresses, according to the city.