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History

The impetus for a new City Hall emerged when the city was confronted with the need to invest up to $90 million to upgrade public safety facilities and technology. Seizing a rare opportunity created by a downturn in the real estate market, the city purchased the former Qwest building at the bargain-basement price of $29 million in December 2002.

Seeking a way to leverage the huge investment to meet other pressing needs as well, city leaders initiated a dialogue with residents. Residents and civic leaders overwhelmingly favored moving the majority of city offices together into the then-vacant offic building in the heart of downtown, less than a block from the transit center.

Taiko drummers perform during the grand opening for City Hall in May 2006.

Contact Information

Civic Services
450 110th Ave. NE
P.O. Box 90012
Bellevue, WA 98009
Phone: 425-452-4610