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Virtual Cultural Conversations
“Exploring Women’s Right to Vote Around the World”
During this month’s virtual Cultural Conversations event and on the verge of a national election, we will learn about the Suffrage Movement. This…
Opening on Human Services Commission
The City Council is seeking candidates for a vacancy on Bellevue’s Human Services Commission. Interested residents can apply online. Applications are due by Wednesday, Nov. 4.
Council Roundup: Preliminary budget and E-scooter study work
Plus, Domestic Violence Action Month and Planning and Transportation Commission recommendations
On Monday, the City Council was presented with the preliminary 2021-2022 Operating Budget and…
City extends additional support to partner organizations
Relief grants for nonprofit “multiplier” organizations
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Bellevue’s nonprofit organizations have supported a wide range of businesses and arts and cultural organizations…
Council Roundup: Affordable housing sales tax approved and arts survey results
Plus, lowered speed limit for Surrey Downs and Arts Commission and Library Board appointments
On Monday, as the City Council proclaimed Oct. 12-16 as Affordable Housing Week, councilmembers…
Hearing to consider release of restrictive covenant
The City Council will hold a public hearing during its virtual meeting on Monday, Oct. 19, to consider the release of a restrictive covenant governing a group home for individuals with developmental…
Three arrested in murder-for-hire scheme
Bellevue police detectives have arrested a 30-year-old woman and two 17-year-old boys in connection with the shooting of the woman's ex-husband in July at the Overlook at Lakemont Apartments.…
Public safety pledge listening sessions Oct. 13, 15, 17
Community members can participate online or email comments
The City of Bellevue will hold a series of community listening sessions this month as a key part of its pledge to review police use of…
Council Roundup: Affordable housing and Multifamily Tax Exemption program updates
Plus, Transportation Commission members confirmed
On Monday, the City Council received its twice-yearly update on progress achieved through the city’s Affordable Housing Strategy. The strategy,…
eCheck makes permitting in Bellevue easier
The Bellevue Development Services Department has introduced a swifter, more streamlined building permit payment process that allows customers to pay fees directly from their checking accounts.