Also, 'Complete Streets' ordinance adopted

On Monday the City Council voted 4-1 in favor of a resolution supporting Sound Transit Proposition No. 1, frequently referred to as Sound Transit 3. The council voted after hearing presentations and public comments from each side of the issue. Councilmember Kevin Wallace, who stepped down from the dais to present as a citizen, abstained from voting and participating in the council's deliberation.

Also, 'Complete Streets' ordinance adopted

On Monday the City Council voted 4-1 in favor of a resolution supporting Sound Transit Proposition No. 1, frequently referred to as Sound Transit 3. The council voted after hearing presentations and public comments from each side of the issue. Councilmember Kevin Wallace, who stepped down from the dais to present as a citizen, abstained from voting and participating in the council's deliberation.

U.S. DOT recognizes city for work on Ped-bike Initiative

The U.S. Department of Transportation recognized Bellevue Friday for its work in collecting data to use in its Pedestrian and Bicycle Implementation Initiative.

The City Council on July 25 voted 6-0 to place two measures focusing on fire facilities and transportation safety, connectivity and congestion improvements on the Nov. 8 general election ballot. (ballot measure details)

"These proposals are targeted investments by the community, for the community," said Mayor John Stokes. "The process of putting together these two measures has been a great team effort. Now it's time for the voters to weigh in."

The Bellwether Sculpture Exhibition, featured in this month's Lake to Lake television show, showcases sculptures and installations that "bring people together" downtown. Other topics on the September show include the recent move of the Burrows Cabin, police officer promotions and great news for Highland Village residents.

Lake to Lake airs on BTV Channel 21 and on Bellevue's YouTube channel.