Published February 17 2016
Residents are invited to join in conversation with Bellevue's Transportation Director David Berg on Feb. 23, 6:30-8 p.m., at City Hall. Berg will provide a birds-eye view of city, downtown and neighborhood challenges in transportation, and talk with residents about ways the community can address them. The discussion is part of the city's biannual Neighborhood Leadership Gathering.
"The good news is that people want to live and work here, but this does put pressure on our transportation system," said Berg. "We're interested in hearing what people's transportation issues are and how we can tackle them together."
With the Puget Sound region's economy booming, Bellevue is again experiencing an upswing in private development and construction, leading to a growing workforce and population. Dropping gasoline prices have also led to more cars on the road.
Throughout the evening, Transportation Department staff will poll neighborhood leaders on topics including: sidewalks, bike lanes, crosswalks, cut-through traffic, neighborhood protection and speeding. The input received will help the city's understanding of neighborhood priorities, and shape response to traffic issues now and into the future.
Neighborhood association members, emerging leaders and those interested in becoming more involved in their neighborhood are encouraged to attend. The gatherings provide neighborhood leaders an opportunity to have their voices heard on community issues. There is no cost to attend and light refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to neighborhoodoutreach@bellevuewa.gov or 425-452-6836.