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Bellevue launches new season of expanded outdoor dining
“Al Fresco” outdoor dining program made possible by community partners runs through the summer
The more frequent sunny days in the forecast mean summer is on the way, and so is increased opportunity…
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Cultural Conversations: Bold Made, What Games Can Teach Us
Bold Made card game flips script on Old Maid
The next Virtual Cultural Conversations introduces Leslie Pierson, creator of Bold Made, a reimagination of the Old Maid card game. Pierson is an…
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Council Roundup: Grand Connection planning advances
Plus, update on Smart City plan and new funds from business community for human services and more
On Monday, the City Council was presented with Planning Commission recommendations for Land Use Code…
Amazon donates $1.4 million for Bellevue parks, neighborhoods and human services
Amazon announced Monday that it is donating $1.4 million to the City of Bellevue, which includes $1 million for the city's Human Services Fund, $289,000 for neighborhood enhancement…
Bellevue extends application period for new equity team
Stakeholders still have time to join effort of Communities of Color initiative
The application due date to be a coordinating team member for the Bellevue Centers Communities of Color…
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New funding opportunity for human services organizations
Nonprofit and community organizations offering behavioral health services, supportive services and rental assistance to Bellevue residents can apply for funding from the City of Bellevue.
The…
Council Roundup: Council priorities updated
Plus, Crossroads development moving forward and briefing on Hate Has No Home Here outreach
On Monday, the City Council unanimously approved a major update to the Council Vision and adopted 2021-2023…
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Protests expected downtown Tuesday night
Bellevue public safety officials have learned of protests being planned for the evening of Tuesday, May 11, in downtown Bellevue. One demonstration was advertised to start at 7 p.m. at…
Mobile team offers pop-up vaccine clinics in Bellevue
As part of a county effort to deliver COVID-19 vaccines to more people, a Bellevue Fire Department mobile vaccination team is opening pop-up clinics at busy locations around the Eastside. More than…
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Council Roundup: Putting affordable housing tax revenue to work
Plus, neighborhood park naming discussion and new community development non-profit introduction
On Monday, the City Council directed staff to begin a request for proposal process to identify…
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