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Raising the flag in solidarity
In honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month, a rainbow flag was raised Wednesday, June 10, at City Hall and other city facilities. The City Council issued a proclamation on June 1, which was received virtually by…
Major city events canceled through August
With the continuing need for social distancing, major city events such as the Family 4th, Arts in the Garden and Movies in the Park will be canceled through August.
The decision follows the…
Police chief answers questions about May 31 riots
“Sunday, May 31, our city was victimized by an organized criminal network who took advantage of the tragic death of George Floyd by cloaking themselves as peaceful protesters," states Police…
Council commits to review of public safety practices
Pledge advances broader community discussion on social justice
The Bellevue City Council is taking a fresh look at the police department’s public safety practices, and how it can better serve…
Bellevue Police Address Video from 2018 Arrest
Bellevue Police have posted a number of documents and materials related to a December 2018 arrest showing use of force by a Bellevue officer. Video of the arrest has circulated on social media,…
Reopening businesses should flush water systems
As our county moves into phased reopening, many businesses are returning to buildings that have been unoccupied for a couple months. Bellevue Utilities reminds them to ensure the water system is…
Bellevue Healthy Streets pilot expands
A pilot project that gives people more room to safely walk and bicycle while physical distancing during the COVID-19 crisis – by temporarily closing streets to non-local vehicle traffic – is…
Bellevue Essentials information meetings June 9 and 10
Bellevue Essentials, the city’s program for emerging neighborhood and community leaders, is seeking applicants for its 2020 class. Information meetings will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 6-7 p.m. and…
Curfew through Saturday lifted
Mayor Lynne Robinson has terminated an emergency order for overnight curfews for downtown Bellevue through Saturday morning. The city will return to daily risk assessments to determine the need to…