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, […]
Transportation
Sound Transit to Introduce $3 Flat Fare for Link Light Rail Aug 30
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 […]
Electric Boat Tours from Bellevue Now Available on Lake Washington
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 […]
Bellevue Advances Wilburton Vision, Seeks Community Input
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 […]
Bellevue City Council Gives Update on Grand Connection Project
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 […]
BellHop Electric Shuttle Service Now a Permanent Fixture in Bellevue
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 […]
Bellevue Seeks Community Feedback for Phase II of Meydenbauer Bay Park
According to a press release from the City of Bellevue, Meydenbauer Bay Park will be undergoing its second phase of expansion to enhance its connection with downtown Bellevue. The community’s input on park priorities has influenced the potential designs for it. The designs were presented to the community at a […]
Eastrail Milestone: Wilburton Trestle Conversion Begins in Bellevue
Eastrail, the multi-use trail project in King County, has reached another big milestone with the upcoming opening of the Northeast Eighth Street Bridge. The announcement, made by King County Parks, marks an important moment regarding the start of the conversion of the iconic Wilburton Trestle from a railroad bridge to […]
Bellevue Transit Center Wins National Award
The Bellevue Transportation Department was honored with the 2024 Project of the Year Award by the American Public Works Association for their recent accomplishment. Their project enhances safety for pedestrians and commuters navigating to and from the Bellevue Transit Center. As part of the project, the intersections of Northeast Sixth […]
Bellevue Police Announce Dedicated Light Rail Unit for Safety
The Bellevue Police Department recently announced its new police unit, The Bellevue Light Rail Unit (BLU). It is a dedicated unit created to foster a safe and positive riding experience who choose to use the new Link Light Rail Service through Bellevue. The 2-Line that features eight new stations, officially […]