September 22, 2026, Normandy Park City Council Study Session Meeting

The Normandy Park City Council held a study session on September 22, 2026, reviewing items planned for a future regular meeting; no action was taken on those agenda items. Council discussed a proposed franchise agreement with Easy Fiber, scheduled for the October 13 meeting. The company described plans to build and own a fiber network intended to cover the city, with underground installation preferred, and cited service starting at two-gigabit speeds for about $80 per month. Council members discussed potential benefits to residents from increased broadband competition and infrastructure concerns, including utility poles and trees. No franchise award or approval occurred at this session.

Staff also introduced a draft ordinance to update municipal code provisions on contract approvals and surplus equipment. The proposal would raise certain city manager approval limits and simplify disposal of surplus items such as computers and tools; specific limits remain under development with the city attorney, with discussion expected in October and possible final approval in November. Staff noted some small-works public-works thresholds may be as high as $100,000. The council also reviewed regional membership expenses for the upcoming budget, including approximately $5,300 in dues to the Sound Cities Association, and discussed asking the Economic Development Committee to examine the value and options for chamber memberships. No procurement-related votes or contract approvals were recorded.