Published April 9 2026
Bellevue Youth Link is seeking high-school-aged candidates for vacancies on its board for the 2026-2028 term. Applications are due by 5 p.m., Friday, May 29.
Board members serve two-year terms, attending two meetings at City Hall each month.
The Youth Link board advises the City Manager’s Office regarding policy and systems related to youth and initiatives affecting Bellevue youth.
The Youth Link board was formed in 1991 to promote diversity, unity and equity for high-school youth in Bellevue, representing the youth voice to leadership in the community. The board is a catalyst for responding to the interests and concerns of young people by engaging the entire community.
Current board work includes addressing the following priorities: youth mental health, food, housing, social services, environmental sustainability, diversity, equity and inclusion.
The City of Bellevue values diversity and encourages anyone interested to apply.
For additional information about the Youth Link Board, please contact Youth Link coordinator Patrick Alina at 425-452-5254 or palina@bellevuewa.gov.