Transportation

Bellevue's Grand Connection Crossing over I-405

Latest Update on Bellevue’s Grand Connection Crossing over I-405

Recently, the city’s Grand Connection Program team unveiled an update on the initiative’s objectives and long-term vision. Aimed at establishing 1.5 miles of interconnected public spaces linking Bellevue’s downtown and Wilburton neighborhoods, the program marks an important step toward enhancing community connectivity. This year, the Transportation Department is slated to […]

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Bellevue Seeks Community Feedback on Future Transportation Plan

The City of Bellevue is inviting the community to play an active role in shaping the future of transportation within the city. As part of its ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and reducing traffic congestion, the city’s Transportation Demand Management (TDM) program is reaching out for public input to update […]

Bike Bellevue Program

Bike Safety Upgrades in Bellevue Put on Hold, Faces Community Debate

According to The Urbanist, bicycle safety upgrades planned to be made by the City of Bellevue have been put on hold. This affects the Downtown Bellevue, Wilburton, and BelRed neighborhoods.  The program, Bike Bellevue, serves to enhance the city’s multimodal transportation system and help make it safer and more equitable, […]

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Sound Transit Prepares for Eastside Light Rail Launch in Spring 2024

In anticipation of the launch of the Eastside light rail starter line this spring, Sound Transit has initiated regular practice runs between the South Bellevue and Redmond Technology stations. These runs occur every 10 to 15 minutes and mark the beginning of enhanced public transportation in the area. The upcoming […]

Eastrail Partners Bellevue

Northup Connector Now Open Between Eastrail and 520 Trail

Since the beginning of December, the new connection between the Eastrail and State Route 520 bike route has been complete. The Northup Connector ramp allows trail users in Bellevue to connect directly between the Eastrail and Northup Way, which is part of the 520 trail that runs from Montlake in […]

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Tesla Cybertruck to be on Display at Bellevue Square

Shoppers at Bellevue Square will have a chance to see the much anticipated Tesla Cybertruck. According to security for Bellevue Square, the pickup truck will be available for viewing soon. Security confirmed that the Cybertruck will be coming to Bellevue Square, as they have to logistically figure out how to […]

East Link Light Rail Testing 2023

Light Rail in Bellevue Begins Next Phase of Testing

The next phase of light rail testing has begun with operators. As of Wednesday, November 1, Sound Transit is preparing its Eastside “Starter Line” for service. There are no passengers riding the light rail at this time. According to the City of Bellevue, trains are running more often between the […]