Comments sought on Utilities budget

Bomb cyclone storm impacts

A bomb cyclone windstorm lashed Bellevue the night of Tuesday, Nov. 19, bringing down trees throughout the city and leaving hundreds of thousands without power. Most city facilities have power and many are available to warm up and charge devices during business hours. The mayor proclaimed a civil emergency in the city due to the storm's extensive damage. Regular updates about the city's response to the storm are being posted at Bomb Cyclone Storm.

Beware of Utility Scams During Emergencies

Bellevue Utilities will typically contact you in advance if they need to access your home for repairs or inspections. If you are unsure, call Bellevue Utilities at 425-452-6932 to confirm if someone is supposed to be at your home.

Yard Debris Collection after Wind Storm

Now through Friday, Dec. 6, Republic Services will collect up to 192 gallons (six 32-gallon units) of extra yard debris in bins, bags and bundles during your regular collection day at no additional cost. King County residents can drop off tree limbs, and other woody debris without paying the standard yard waste fee at the Bow Lake, Cedar Falls, Enumclaw, Factoria, Shoreline, and Vashon facilities. Get more info.

Published October 23 2014

Bellevue's Environmental Services Commission is seeking comments on the city's proposed 2015-2016 Utilities budget and rates, and will hold a public hearing at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, November 6. Citizens can provide written and/or oral comments at the meeting, at City Hall, room 1E-113, 450 110th Ave. NE.

Bellevue Utilities provides water, wastewater and storm drainage services, which, by law, are accounted for as separate enterprise funds. While the budgets for these funds are included in the city's overall budget, they are reviewed by the Environmental Services Commission, which advises the City Council on utility budgets, rates, planning and other issues. As part of their review, the commission holds a public hearing to solicit comments and input on the proposed Utilities budget and rates.

For additional information on the public hearing, contact Lucy Liu (425-452-4445 or LLiu@bellevuewa.gov).