During a recent City Council meeting on October 29, following a presentation by city staff, the council voted unanimously to approve Bellevue’s 2024-2044 Comprehensive Plan periodic update. This is the first major update since 2015 and will guide the city’s growth and development for the next two decades. The plan […]
Bellevue has introduced a new shuttle service to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SeaTac), providing convenient transportation options for both visitors and locals. This initiative is a collaboration between the Port of Seattle, Visit Bellevue, and Eagle Shuttle Service. The shuttle operates hourly, making it an accessible option for anyone needing to […]
The City of Bellevue has launched an online open house to showcase the preliminary design concept for the Grand Connection Crossing, which is available through October 30. This project represents an important part of the Grand Connection program, aimed at facilitating safe travel for pedestrians, cyclists, and others over Interstate […]
The Grand Connection Crossing project in Bellevue has reached a significant milestone. An online open house will be held from October 16 to October 31, allowing the public to learn about the preferred design for a multi-use crossing over Interstate 405. This crossing is designed for pedestrians and cyclists and […]
The City of Bellevue is developing a comprehensive Electric Vehicle (EV) Roadmap to ensure adequate infrastructure, policies, and programs to support the anticipated increase in electric vehicles. The draft roadmap details strategies to accommodate the growing number of EVs on Bellevue streets and the necessary charging infrastructure for homes, workplaces, […]
Beginning August 30, 2024, the adult one-way fare for the Link light rail will be set at a flat rate of $3. This adjustment simplifies the current distance-based fare structure, where fares range from $2.25 to $3.50. The new fare system eliminates the need for passengers to tap their ORCA […]
Bellevue Lake Cruises has introduced a new way to explore Lake Washington this summer. Partnering with Duffy Boats NW, these eco-friendly electric boat tours offer an opportunity to experience views of Lake Washington’s landscape. The 90-minute guided cruises present a fresh perspective that highlights homes along the waterfront, the floating […]
On Tuesday, the City Council unanimously endorsed a comprehensive plan amendment aimed at transforming the west side of Wilburton into a walkable, sustainable, mixed-use neighborhood. The amendment, recommended for adoption by the Planning Commission, is slated for formal action at an upcoming council meeting. It establishes a new vision and […]
Progress continues on Bellevue’s Grand Connection Crossing project, an initiative enhancing city connectivity and the trails in the area. This project spans across Interstate 405, linking downtown Bellevue to many trails across the Eastside region. The crossing’s design process began with refining earlier studies and analyzing possible crossing locations. Factors […]
The BellHop electric shuttle service, originally launched as a pilot program by Visit Bellevue in partnership with Amazon, the City of Bellevue, and the Tourism Promotion Area (TPA), has successfully transitioned into a permanent fixture of Bellevue’s transportation network. According to a press release from Visit Bellevue, this decision comes […]
