City Council Vision

Bellevue 2035 – The City Where You Want To Be
Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength.
We embrace the future while respecting our past.

On May 19, 2014 the City Council approved a 20-year vision for the city, including strategic target areas and two-year priorities. These priorities were updated in April 2016. On May 7, 2018 the council adopted a fresh slate of three-year priorities (2018-20) in addition to minor changes to the vision statement.

• 2018-20 Priorities
• 2016-17 Priorities
• 2014-15 Priorities Accomplished

Seven Strategic Target Areas:

 

Economic
Development

Bellevue business is global and local.

 

Transportation & Mobility

Transportation is both reliable and predictable. Mode choices are abundant and safe.

 

High Quality Built & Natural Environment

From a livable high-rise urban environment to large wooded lots in an equestrian setting, people can find exactly where they want to live and work.

 

Bellevue: Great Places Where You Want To Be

Bellevue is a place to be inspired by culture, entertainment and nature.

 

Regional Leadership & Influence

Bellevue will lead, catalyze and partner with our neighbors throughout the region.

 

Achieving Human Potential

Bellevue is a caring community where all residents enjoy a high quality of life.

 

High Performance Government

People are attracted to live here because they see that city government is well managed.