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 […]
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, 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
According to Sound Transit, no matter what direction you’re heading on the 2 Line when it opens this spring, you’ll be greeted by artwork. The 2 Line officially opens on April 27. The segment is 6.5 miles and features eight new stations in Bellevue and Redmond. At The Spring District, […]
As the City of Bellevue continues to grow, the subject of transportation becomes that much more important. With a focus on sustainability and community engagement, Bellevue’s Transportation Demand Management program (Bellevue TDM) is promoting eco-friendly travel options. Bellevue residents, workers, and students have the opportunity to contribute to shaping the […]
