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City Hall closed on Independence Day
The City of Bellevue wishes you a joyful and safe Independence Day. City Hall and most other city facilities will be closed on Thursday. We will be back in business on Friday.

Kayaks float, crime sinks in It's Your City
In partnership with the City of Bellevue, REI Co-op now operates boathouses at Enatai Beach Park and the new Meydenbauer Bay Park with classes, outings and rentals for standup paddle boards, canoes,…

Council Roundup: Temporary men’s shelter improvements
Plus, county parks levy, transportation contracts and McEachran recognized
At Monday’s study session, the City Council was briefed on the successful efforts of community partners Wallace…

Learn about cross-cultural programming study
Committed to building an inclusive community where cultures collaborate and celebrate together, the city has gathered feedback about cross-cultural programming in Bellevue.
Residents can learn…

Bellevue honored for successful UW partnership
In a partnership with the University of Washington expected to generate out-of-the-box solutions to civic challenges, the City of Bellevue has been named Outstanding Community Partner by a national…

City officials welcome Amazon to Bellevue
Amazon announced plans Wednesday to increase the company’s presence in Bellevue. City officials offered the following comments:
“We’re excited by today’s announcement that Amazon plans to expand…

Door-to-door pet license education starts April 6
Regional Animal Services of King County staff in collaboration with partner cities, will go door-to-door on weekends, starting Saturday, April 6, to educate residents about the advantages of pet…

You won't miss forest for trees on Lake to Lake
On the March episode of Lake to Lake, see why our city's tree canopy is vital to Bellevue. Also, step in to see why Bellevue firefighters are climbing stairs and how city staff are working to…

Cultural Crossroads Festival
Plans for the weekend? Crossroads Bellevue's Cultural Crossroads Festival will feature some of the area’s best ethnic entertainment on two stages, an international bazaar and exhibits.
The free…

Carlos still taking stand for human rights
In the 1968 Olympics, U.S. track stars John Carlos and Tommie Smith bowed their heads and raised gloved fists while they stood on the medals podium, sending a message worldwide. Fifty years later,…
