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 […]
Several significant developments have reached completion in downtown Bellevue in 2024, contributing to the area’s growth and transformation. These projects include a mix of luxury hotels, public transit upgrades, new dining destinations, and unique community living concepts. Below is a breakdown of the most notable projects that opened in Bellevue […]
The Bellevue City Council recently approved three grants totaling more than $2 million to fund safety improvements across the city. These grants will support the Transportation Department’s Vision Zero initiative, which aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries on Bellevue streets by 2030. The focus of these improvements is […]
The City of Bellevue is taking steps to manage parking spaces more effectively in busy areas like Downtown, Wilburton, and BelRed. With more people living and working in these neighborhoods, the demand for curbside parking has increased, and the city is looking for solutions to improve the current situation. One […]
