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Parks & Community Services staff earn awards for dedication, service and impact
At the recent Washington Recreation and Parks Association annual conference, Bellevue Parks & Community Services staff were honored with three awards from WRPA.
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Council Roundup: New tree code advanced
Plus, Grand Connection I-405 Crossing and Energy Smart EastsideOn Tuesday, the City Council advanced proposed code amendments that will update tree preservation, retention, replacement and protection…
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Council Roundup: Bellevue wins VISION 2050 award
Plus, discussions on permit streamlining, updates on RapidRide K Line and Housing Accord Program
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Survey on Meydenbauer Bay Park expansion
With its distinctive curved pier and stunning views, Meydenbauer Bay Park is one of Bellevue’s most popular and iconic destinations. Per the park’s master plan, the city is now planning to expand the…
Food trucks at City Hall Plaza offer more summer dining opportunities
Program will pilot activations of downtown spaceWith sunny weather finally arriving, the City of Bellevue is launching a food truck program this summer at City Hall Plaza, with a rotation of 11…
![People line up for food trucks parked downtown.](/sites/default/files/styles/article_featured_image_small/public/media/article_featured_image/2024-06/downtown-food-trucks.jpg?h=35bb5eee&itok=R7PN6WBR)
Innovative Police-Fire collaboration enhancing community mental health services
Bellevue’s Community Crisis Assistance Team – an innovative collaboration between specially trained police officers and mental health professionals from the Fire Department – has helped more than 100…
Illuminating performance showcases Juneteenth history in city’s third annual event
Living Voices to present historical performance art June 13In honor of Juneteenth, the City of Bellevue invites the community to experience the founding of the United States and the concept of "all…
![A free Black colonist is the narrator in Living Voices' presentation of "Our Revolution."](/sites/default/files/styles/article_featured_image_small/public/media/article_featured_image/2024-06/juneteenth-our-revolution.jpg?h=c524d798&itok=BR1LpJQU)
Conversion of iconic Wilburton Trestle for Eastrail begins
Eastrail successes continue with NE Eighth St. bridge opening June 23Eastrail hit a new milestone Friday, as King County Parks announced the start of the conversion of the iconic Wilburton Trestle…
![The Wilburton Trestle is being converted from a railroad bridge to one for the Eastrail multi-use trail. Photo courtesy of King County](/sites/default/files/styles/article_featured_image_small/public/media/article_featured_image/2024-06/eastrail-trestle.jpg?h=8b60b477&itok=sLN6EwP4)
2 Line arrives on Lake to Lake
The latest Lake to Lake episode captures the excitement of light rail opening in Bellevue, with testimonials from delighted residents. Also, a visit with the permit center, tips on preparedness from…
![Elected officials from Bellevue, King County and the state cut the ribbon at the opening of Eastside light rail.](/sites/default/files/styles/article_featured_image_small/public/media/article_featured_image/2024-05/line-2-ribbon-still.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=LuQ9f1xX)