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Sound Transit exercise in Bellevue Oct. 28
Drill is part of preparations for light rail opening
In preparation for the anticipated opening of the Link 2 light rail “starter line” next spring, Sound Transit, in coordination with Bellevue’s…
Bellevue looks to make procurement more inclusive
Businesses invited to weigh in on city plan
In an effort to ensure a diverse range of businesses have fair access to city contracting opportunities, the City of Bellevue is updating its Procurement…
Bellhop shuttle rolls in It's Your City
Bellhop, the new electric, eccentric shuttle for downtown and selected Wilburton and BelRed locations, is formally introduced in the Fall-Winter issue of It’s Your City going to all 69,000…
Final Centering Communities of Color dialogue Nov. 16
People who live, work and/or visit Bellevue are invited to suggest ways the city can serve everyone better at the last Bellevue Centers Communities of Color dialogue, Thursday, Nov. 16, 6:30-9:30 p.m…
Council Roundup: Process for mid-biennium budget begins
Plus, Tourism Promotion Area plan and two technology awards
At Monday’s meeting, the City Council was introduced to proposed adjustments for the second year of the city’s biennial budget and briefed…
Portion of Lakemont Blvd. to close for 8 months
Drivers traveling Lakemont Boulevard in south Bellevue will encounter a detour starting as early as Tuesday, Oct. 24. The street is expected to be closed for eight months between Forest Drive and…
Council Roundup: Police report 13% drop in crime
Plus, time for new affordable housing target and Israel attack condemned
The overall crime rate in Bellevue dropped by 13% over the last year, the City Council learned Monday. In his annual crime…
City seeks artist to design art for LGBTQ+ pride intersection
Applications due by Nov. 8
The City of Bellevue has issued a call for an artist to design a creative pavement treatment celebrating LGBTQ+ pride for a downtown intersection. Artists living in King,…
City manager announces retirement after 33 years
Brad Miyake, Bellevue’s city manager since 2013 and a leader in the organization for 33 years, announced his retirement Monday, effective Friday, Dec. 1.
Park Pointe land use permit approved with conditions
Residential development plan can move forward, city remains open to possibly acquiring property for open space