A two-phase Master Development Plan application was submitted to the City of Bellevue to replace 3 existing office buildings with a 21-story office tower and a 5-story office building with ground floor active use and parking stalls. The project recently received Design Review approval for Phase 1 of their plans. […]
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Jujubeet Cafe to Host Yoga Class at Bellevue Park Beginning in June
Jujubeet Cafe is featuring a 2021 Summer Integrated Wellness Series, that includes yoga at the Bellevue Downtown Park. The class is free of charge and open to all. No registration is required. According to the organic juicer and cafe, their cleanse programs are best assimilated in the body when paired […]
City of Bellevue Announces Virtual Scavenger Hunt to Begin May 28
The Great Bellevue Scavenger Hunt is returning after first occurring in October 2020. Join the “Spring into Summer” edition to compete with your friends, family, and neighbors. This entails fun challenges from May 28th until the first day of summer on June 20th. The scavenger hunt is a virtual game […]
Grand Connection Planning Advances in Bellevue for Phase One of Project
The Bellevue City Council was recently presented with Planning Commission recommendations for Land Use Code Amendments regarding the Grand Connection project. The proposal reflects the Grand Connection vision and supports continued planning for implementation of Phase one of the project. It also clarifies city regulations. The Grand Connection will create […]
Mayor of Bellevue and Deputy Mayor to Address the State of the City Post-Pandemic
The Bellevue Downtown Association is hosting the State of the City livestream, as part of the Downtown Talks Speaker Series. On Tuesday, May 25 at 11am, the Mayor and Deputy Mayor will be speaking on how Bellevue has positioned itself for future success in a post-pandemic world. Mayor Lynne Robinson […]
Outdoor Dining Program Extended to 40+ Restaurants in Bellevue through Summer
Outdoor dining on Main Street has been extended from now through the summer. Dining has expanded to parking lots, sidewalks, on-street and private patios. In addition to the restaurants on Main Street, more than 40 other eateries are offering outdoor dining across the city. In July 2021, the City of […]
Amazon Announces $1.4M Donation for Bellevue Parks, Neighborhoods, and Human Services
According to a press release, Amazon recently announced that they are donating $1.4 million to the City of Bellevue, which is inclusive of $1 million for the city’s Human Services Fund, $289,000 for neighborhood enhancement projects, and $150,000 for parks improvements. Amazon donated $500,000 to the Bellevue Human Services Fund […]
John Howie Restaurants Offer Fully Vaccinated Customers First Drink on the House
After hearing the news that Washington restaurants and bars can reward vaccinated patrons, all John Howie Restaurants decided to join in on the fun. Beginning May 19, John Howie Steak, Seastar, Whiskey by John Howie, and Beardslee Public House, will be offering a (first) free beverage of choice to vaccinated […]
Two 5-Story Apartment Buildings Proposed at Site of US Bank in Downtown Bellevue
A new multifamily residential development has been proposed in Downtown Bellevue. The site is currently US Bank Plaza, Plaza Center, and their parking garage. The name of the project is Bellevue Plaza Apartments. The address is 10850 Northeast 8th Street. According to the City of Bellevue, Bellevue Plaza Apartments will […]
Bellevue Ranks as Second Most Expensive Rent in Washington, Drops by 15.8% in April
Zumper released their Seattle Metro Area Report, analyzing active listings in April 2021 across 12 metro cities. They collected information to show the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rent. The Washington median rent for a one bedroom was $1,312. Bellevue was ranked as the […]