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Council Roundup: City kicks off long-term planning update
Plus, sound amplification code update supports economic development
On Monday, the City Council voted to initiate work on a Periodic Update of the City’s Comprehensive Plan for the city’s long-…
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Hearing March 15 on human services needs
The Bellevue Human Services Commission will hold a virtual public hearing Tuesday, March 15, at 6 p.m. regarding housing, community development and human services needs in Bellevue.
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Shirley appointed Bellevue Police Chief
City Manager Brad Miyake has appointed Interim Chief Wendell Shirley to lead the Bellevue Police Department. Chief Shirley has served as interim chief since Chief Steve Mylett left the department…
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Leadership continuity featured in It’s Your City
“I am excited to continue in a leadership position with this strong council,” Mayor Lynne Robinson notes in a front-page article in the February issue of It's Your City about her rare re-…
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Get ready for cold nights
Cold weather is expected to continue in Bellevue for the next few days, with nighttime temperatures dipping into the 20s, according to the National Weather Service’s Seattle office. The city is…
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Arts feature highlights Black voices, experience
Bellevue welcomes artist Natasha Marin for two-week ‘digital residency’ on city arts channels
In celebration of Black History Month, the City of Bellevue will host conceptual artist Natasha Marin…
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Vaccine requirement going away at Bellevue recreation facilities
Bellevue is lifting COVID-19 vaccine requirements for its recreational facilities and community centers starting on Tuesday, March 1, in compliance with new Public Health - Seattle & King County…
City launches effort to better manage curb areas
As competition for space heats up, public invited to comment for new plan
Competition for curbside areas – the borders between streets and sidewalks – in downtown and other dense neighborhoods…
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Council Roundup: Planning for future curb and safety improvements
Plus, apprenticeship program research and 80th anniversary of Japanese American exclusion
NOTE: The next Bellevue City Council meeting will take place on Monday, Feb. 28. There will be no…
Shaping Our Future: Bellevue’s Comprehensive Plan
Weigh in on long-range planning at Neighborhood Leadership Gathering Feb. 17
Bellevue’s Comprehensive Plan is the city’s primary tool for addressing growth. It outlines a vision for the future and…
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