Sound Transit recently announced that full service on the East Link Extension (2 Line) is now expected to begin in early 2026, delaying the previously targeted December 2025 opening. The updated schedule reflects the current pace of construction, time needed to finish remaining work, and additional time for testing, staff […]
At its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 13, the Bellevue City Council was presented with an update on the next phase of the Meydenbauer Bay Park expansion. City staff shared new details on the Meydenbauer Gateway and Promenade expansion, a project designed to strengthen pedestrian connections between downtown Bellevue and […]
On May 10, 2025, Sound Transit will open two new light rail stations as part of the Downtown Redmond Link Extension. The 3.4-mile expansion adds service to Marymoor Village near Marymoor Park and the Downtown Redmond core. The new stations are expected to increase ridership on the Eastside’s Link 2 […]
Bellevue’s free electric shuttle service, BellHop, has received the 2025 Transportation Vision Award from the Seattle and Bellevue 2030 Districts for its big impact on how people get around downtown. The award recognizes how quickly the service has become a key part of Bellevue’s transportation system since launching in 2023. […]
The City of Bellevue will begin construction on a new multipurpose pathway along the south side of Main Street, a project designed to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety near the upcoming East Main light rail station. Stretching from 108th Avenue to 112th Avenue SE, the upgraded pathway is part of […]
The Bellevue City Council has unanimously backed King County Metro’s plan for the RapidRide K Line, set to launch in 2030. The new transit route aims to improve connectivity between Bellevue and Kirkland, offering faster and more reliable service for commuters. The council’s support will be formalized in a letter […]
On Tuesday, March 11, 2025, the Bellevue City Council unanimously approved a new budget and plan for the Grand Connection Crossing over Interstate 405. This pedestrian and bike bridge, set to open by 2030, will be a key part of the Grand Connection, a car-free pathway running from Meydenbauer Bay […]
Bellevue’s free electric shuttle service, BellHop, is growing with the addition of three new 2025 Kia EV9 vehicles. Visit Bellevue recently announced these upgrades, making BellHop one of the first Circuit programs in the U.S. to use these advanced electric vehicles for free public transportation. With the new EV9s, BellHop’s […]
A new bill moving through the Washington State Legislature could bring passenger-only ferry service to communities across Puget Sound, including Bellevue. House Bill 1923, known as the Mosquito Fleet Act, would establish a grant program to fund the purchase and operation of passenger-only ferries starting July 1, 2025. Sponsored by […]
Bellevue is planning to get a new transit option by 2030 with the arrival of King County Metro’s RapidRide K Line. The City Council received an update on the project during its meeting on Tuesday, February 11, with Metro representatives outlining the latest developments and community engagement efforts. What is […]
