CITY MANAGER REPORT

July 25, 2025

Masonic Home Environmental Impact Statement Completed

 

The City has invested significant resources over the past three years on an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on the Zenith Property, also known as the Masonic Home or Landmark on the Sound. 

 

The City ordered the EIS in response to the property owner’s application to demolish the structures on the property.  

 

The Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) will be released on Thursday, July 31, 2025. The report will be posted on the City's website.

 

City staff will present the FEIS findings and implications to the City Council at its regular meeting, August 7 at 6 p.m. at City Hall. This is an informational presentation only. 

 

The City Council does not vote on the EIS or the pending demolition permit. As with other permits, such as building permits, City staff take action on applications, based on City policy and regulations set by the Council.  

 

State law requires a period of seven days between the release of the EIS and a decision on the permit application. Since City staff has been working closely with the EIS consultants throughout the three-year period, the City will be ready to take action on the permit as soon as the waiting period is completed. The window to appeal the findings of the EIS and the permit decision begins on the decision date (anticipated August 8) and closes 10 days later (August 18). More information can be found in Des Moines Municipal Code 16.05.320 (Agency SEPA Appeal), and on the City’s website here.


A community meeting where residents can ask questions is scheduled for August 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Beach Park auditorium.  I know this is an important issue to the community, and I hope you will join us for this meeting.

National Night Out - Coming Soon!


Mark your calendars! National Night Out is coming soon—scheduled for Tuesday, August 5th. This yearly community event encourages police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to help make our neighborhoods safer and more welcoming places to live. It's a fantastic chance to meet your neighbors, enjoy family-friendly activities, and connect with local police, fire, and city staff in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. Join us in celebrating community strength! Register your event by reaching out to CSO Tonya Seaberry at 206-870-7619 or tseaberry@desmoineswa.gov. 

Skate Park Update! 


If you’ve been by the Des Moines Skate Park lately, you may have noticed some awesome new artwork starting to take shape! While it's looking great already, the project isn’t quite finished just yet.


Our talented artists will be back soon to complete the mural and put the final touches in place. We appreciate your patience and can’t wait to show off the finished design!


And a tremendous “thank you” to the Des Moines Legacy Foundation for generously funding this improvement to the skate park. We are grateful for their partnership with the City!


Stay tuned for updates — and thank you for supporting public art in our parks!

Overnight SR99 Lane Closures Start Monday


Nighttime drivers on State Route 99 in SeaTac and Des Moines should plan for three weeks of weeknight lane closures starting Monday, July 28, for utility work along the newly-repaved state highway.


From 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., Monday nights through Friday mornings until mid-August, plan for northbound and southbound SR 99 lane closures between South 200th Street in SeaTac and SR 516 in Des Moines.


Local streets also will close nightly along this 2-mile corridor at the intersections with SR 99. Signed detours will guide people around construction.


During this project, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation have updated nearly three-dozen sidewalk ramps along SR 99 to modern Americans with Disabilities Act standards. They also repaved all lanes of the state highway along this 2-mile corridor, most recently at the SR 99 intersection with SR 516. 


Utility work in this area will take roughly three weeks to complete, followed by several more weeks of overnight closures for lane striping along SR 99. 
Paving and ADA Compliance Information

Low Tide Beach Explorations Are Back!


Join the City of Des Moines and the Friends of Saltwater State Park Naturalists this summer for hands-on, low-tide adventures at Saltwater State Park! Discover sea stars, crabs, anemones, and more with help from local naturalists.


These events are free, family-friendly, and open to all ages — just bring your curiosity and shoes that can get wet!


Location: Saltwater State Park, Des Moines, WA

Upcoming Dates & Times:

JULY

  • Sat, July 26 — 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
  • Sun, July 27 — 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

AUGUST

  • Sat, August 9 — 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
  • Sun, August 10 — 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM


Come explore the wild side of the beach and connect with the marine life that calls Puget Sound home!

Construction Update

Marina L, M & N Dock Replacement Project


Sorry, sailors! Our guest moorage is taking a seasonal siesta from August 1, 2025 to March 1, 2026. Please make sure to make other arrangements during that time! Only a few weeks left to come enjoy the Guest Moorage area!!! The fuel dock will remain open for fueling and pump out needs.

The Des Moines Beach Park Auditorium was once a dining hall for a summer camp run by the Lutheran Church in the early 1900s! Known then as the Des Moines Assembly, the site hosted hundreds of campers each summer who arrived by boat. Today, the beautifully restored auditorium is a popular venue for weddings, community events, and concerts—blending historic charm with modern use, right by the waterfront.

Job Opportunities


Looking for a fulfilling career with competitive pay and excellent benefits? The City of Des Moines is hiring for several positions, including:


  • City Hall Office Specialist
  • Police Officer
  • Mobile Recreation Attendant
  • Seasonal Maintenance Workers

Applying for a job with the City of Des Moines is simple!

  • Browse current Job Openings
  • Click on a job title to learn more
  • Apply
  • Need help? Call Human Resources at 206-878-4595 or email HR@DesMoinesWA.Gov
Apply today here!
Contact Us!

Thank you, as always, to our wonderful and hardworking staff. This Staff Kudos section will serve as a way to recognize and celebrate the hard work and dedication of our City of Des Moines employees, volunteers, Council Members, and more.

Staff Kudos


“Katherine,


A big thank you to you and your staff for taking the time to meet with the residents of Redondo at the recent Neighborhood Pop Up Event. I appreciate your willingness to listen to us (I know we probably sound like a broken record at this point!), but just being heard is huge. 


I also want to acknowledge that each of you took time away from your families to meet with us. Please know that your time was truly valued and well spent.


Thanks again,"


Jennie DeRosa

Redondo Resident
If you want to share a staff kudos with me, email me today!

City Council Meeting Recap


The following items were discussed at last night’s meeting: 


  • Phase 3 of the South Link Connection Project – Presentation
  • Anti-Cruising Ordinance, Second Reading
  • Telecommunications Franchise Agreement with HyperFiber, Second Reading
  • 2025 Department Of Ecology Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance Agreement
  • Citizens Advisory Board Ordinance 


The next Council meeting will be August 7, 2025
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Click here for a listing of all future Committee and Council meeting items

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Camp KHAOS

June 23-August 29

Field House


Summer Concert Series - Joey Jewell and Chris Anderson

July 30

Beach Park


Citizens Advisory Board

July 30

Des Moines City Hall


National Night Out

August 5


Summer Concert Series - Queen Mother

August 6

Beach Park


City Council Regular Meeting

August 7

City Hall


Summer Concert Series - Nite Wave

August 13

Beach Park


City Staff Neighborhood Pop Up

August 18

Midway Park


Summer Concert Series - Pilot Seat

August 20

Beach Park


Zenith/Masonic Home Community Meeting August 21

Beach Park Auditorium


Senior BBQ

August 21

Beach Park


City Council Committee of the Whole and Study Session

September 4

City Hall


City Council Regular Meeting

September 11

City Hall


Citizens Advisory Board

September 24

Des Moines City Hall


City Council Regular Meeting

September 25

City Hall


City Council Committee of the Whole and Study Session

October 2

City Hall


City Council Regular Meeting

October 9

City Hall


City Council Regular Meeting

October 23

City Hall


Citizens Advisory Board

October 29

Des Moines City Hall


City Council Committee of the Whole and Study Session

November 6

City Hall


City Council Regular Meeting

November 13

City Hall


City Council Committee of the Whole and Study Session

December 4

City Hall


Holiday Boat Lights

December 6

Des Moines Marina


Citizens Advisory Board

December 10

Des Moines City Hall


City Council Regular Meeting

December 11

City Hall


Polar Bear Express Movie

December 13

Beach Park
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Ugly Shoe Party

July 26

Waterland Arcade


Yoga

July 26

Soundview Park


Des Moines Farmer's Market

July 26

Des Moines Marina


Marine Mammal Stewards Program

July 26

MaST Center


Discovery Day

July 26

MaST Center


Des Moines Creek Park Run

July 26

Beach Park


Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4  

July 26        


Live and Local Sounds on the Sound

July 26

Quarterdeck         


Live Music

July 27

Quarterdeck


Live Music

July 28

Quarterdeck


Live Music

July 29

Quarterdeck


Tea & Silent Reading

July 30

Marina Mercantile


Weekly Wine Tasting

July 31

Marina Mercantile


Wastemobile

August 1

Midway Elementary School


Camp Craft Away: A Day Camp for Craft Loving Adults

August 1

Beach Park Event Center


Marine Mammal Steward Program with SR3

August 1

Des Moines Beach


Boardwalk Beats: Live Music

August 1

Redondo Boardwalk


Des Moines Farmer’s Market

August 2

Des Moines Marina


Marine Mammal Stewards Program

August 2

MaST Center


Discovery Day

August 2

MaST Center


Des Moines Creek Park Run

August 2

Beach Park


Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4  

August 2              


Tea & Silent Reading

August 6

Marina Mercantile


Weekly Wine Tasting

August 7

Marina Mercantile


Live and Local Sounds on the Sound

August 8

Quarterdeck


Marine Mammal Steward Program with SR3

August 8

Des Moines Beach


Yoga

August 9

Soundview Park


Des Moines Farmer's Market

August 9

Des Moines Marina


Marine Mammal Stewards Program

August 9

MaST Center


Discovery Day

August 9

MaST Center


Des Moines Creek Park Run

August 9

Beach Park


Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4  

August 9             


Cambodian Culture Event

August 9

Saltwater State Park


Tea & Silent Reading

August 13

Marina Mercantile


Weekly Wine Tasting

August 14

Marina Mercantile


Marine Mammal Steward Program with SR3

August 15

Des Moines Beach


Des Moines Farmer's Market

August 16

Des Moines Marina


Marine Mammal Stewards Program

August 16 MaST Center


Discovery Day

August 16

MaST Center


Des Moines Creek Park Run

August 16

Beach Park


Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4  

August 16          


Tea & Silent Reading

August 20 

Marina Mercantile    


Weekly Wine Tasting

August 21

Marina Mercantile      


Marine Mammal Steward Program with SR3

August 22

Des Moines Beach


Brews & Blues

August 23

Beach Park


Yoga

August 23

Soundview Park


Des Moines Farmer's Market

August 23

Des Moines Marina


Marine Mammal Stewards Program

August 23

MaST Center


Discovery Day

August 23

MaST Center


Des Moines Creek Park Run

August 23

Beach Park


Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4  

August 23          


Tea & Silent Reading

August 27

Marina Mercantile


Weekly Wine Tasting

August 28

Marine Mercantile


Marine Mammal Steward Program with SR3

August 29

Des Moines Beach


Des Moines Farmer’s Market

August 30

Des Moines Marina


Marine Mammal Stewards Program

August 30

MaST Center


Discovery Day

August 30

MaST Center


Des Moines Creek Park Run

August 30

Beach Park


Des Moines Historical Society Open 1-4  

August 30           

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