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Bellevue to plant 1,000 giant sequoia trees
The City of Bellevue is planting approximately 1,000 donated giant sequoias this fall in parks and open space throughout the community.
On Saturday, Nov. 16, 30 volunteers from Cedar Crest…
Council Roundup: Environmental Stewardship Plan goals and targets
Plus, mid-biennium budget update continues
On Monday the City Council reviewed recommendations for specific goals and targets to include in Bellevue’s updated Environmental Stewardship Plan.…
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Coho salmon released in Coal Creek
Coho salmon are spawning in Coal Creek! In partnership with the Muckleshoot Tribal Fisheries Department and the state Department of Fish and Wildlife, the City of Bellevue celebrated the release of…
![A coho salmon released in Coal Creek swims near the bottom of the stream.](/sites/default/files/styles/article_featured_image_small/public/media/article_featured_image/2019-11/Coho-Release-19.jpg?h=abefc238&itok=IKM8bsD-)
Council Roundup: Business survey results and Comprehensive Plan Amendment recommendations
Plus, Census 2020 planning
On Monday the City Council received an initial report on results for the city’s biennial business survey. More than 1,000 businesses responded to the 2019 survey –…
Council Roundup: Briefing on RapidRide K Line and Road Usage Charge pilot
Plus, mid-biennium budget review begins
At Monday’s extended study session, the City Council was briefed on the progress made by King County Metro to plan for a new bus rapid transit line…
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Bellevue installs wheelchair charging stations
Six locations offer convenient and emergency access to power
Bellevue is now the latest city to install power wheelchair charging stations in key locations throughout the community. The…
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Bellevue Fire Foundation collecting toys and food
Bellevue’s annual toy and food drive kicks off Friday, Nov. 1, with all nine of the city’s fire stations accepting donations through Dec. 31.
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Free master naturalist training
Apply now through Nov. 30
Bellevue may be one of Washington’s most populous communities, but residents live alongside an abundance of nature in this “city in a park.” Volunteer master naturalists…
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Help us improve the bike share experience
Since Bellevue’s bike share system launched in summer 2018, more than 9,000 people have used it to take over 40,000 trips across the city. Whether or not you’ve taken a ride on one of those bright…
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Using technology to welcome the world
The latest episode of Lake to Lake showcases some ways the city is using technology to improve increase access for all. Bellevue welcomes the world.
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