Public hearings related to homelessness, Sept. 25

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 but some are on modified hours or closed due to power outages. Damages from the storm continue to impact Bellevue, prompting the mayor to proclaim a civil emergency in the city. Updates about the city's response will be posted at Bomb Cyclone Storm.

On Monday, Sept. 25, the City Council will hold required public hearings on two temporary ordinances passed during the Aug. 7 meeting.

Ordinance No. 6369, imposing an interim official zoning control for a citywide ban on “Community Health Engagement Locations (CHELs),” also known as “safe injection sites.”
Ordinance No. 6368, imposing an interim official zoning control to add clarity about how homeless shelters are permitted and where they can be located within the city.

The public hearings will take place in Council Chambers at Bellevue City Hall, 450 110th Ave. NE.

The extended study session will begin 6 p.m., with the public hearing anticipated to start at approximately 8 p.m.

More information about the public hearing