Bellevue City Councilmember John Stokes has announced his decision to step down from his Position 1 seat, with his resignation taking effect on May 2, 2025. Stokes shared the news during a City Council meeting, citing his decision to relocate to Ballard to be closer to his daughter and newly […]
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 […]
At its latest meeting, the Bellevue City Council strongly opposed proposed tax increases under consideration by state lawmakers in Olympia, according to a Bellevue Chamber press release. Councilmembers unanimously approved a letter to state legislators, objecting to raising the Business & Occupation (B&O) tax and implementing a statewide payroll excise […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
At last week’s City Council meeting, Bellevue officially began updating its Economic Development Plan, which will guide the city’s growth over the next five years. This plan is important for making sure Bellevue remains a top place for jobs and culture on the Eastside, helping it maintain its role as […]
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 […]
The City Council is actively engaging the community in shaping the future of its finances through a series of public hearings and information sessions dedicated to the preliminary 2025-2026 operating budget and the 2025-2034 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Plan. These events are designed to invite residents to voice their opinions […]
