Lake to Lake, produced by Bellevue Television and available on Cable Channel 21, recently discussed this past year’s challenges and triumphs. According to the City of Bellevue, Mayor Lynne Robinson and Deputy Mayor Jared Nieuwenhuis discuss recovery in Bellevue. The Mayor and Deputy Mayor also talk about excerpts from the […]
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Sound Transit Light Rail Facility Now Open for Vehicle Maintenance and Storage in Bellevue
The new light rail base is now open in Bellevue. The Link Operations and Maintenance Facility (OMF East) will maintain and store light rail vehicles for regional expansions. According to Sound Transit, the Operations and Maintenance Facility, which opened in mid-May, is a key component of the upcoming Link extensions […]
City of Bellevue Announces Virtual Scavenger Hunt to Begin May 28
The Great Bellevue Scavenger Hunt is returning after first occurring in October 2020. Join the “Spring into Summer” edition to compete with your friends, family, and neighbors. This entails fun challenges from May 28th until the first day of summer on June 20th. The scavenger hunt is a virtual game […]
Grand Connection Planning Advances in Bellevue for Phase One of Project
The Bellevue City Council was recently presented with Planning Commission recommendations for Land Use Code Amendments regarding the Grand Connection project. The proposal reflects the Grand Connection vision and supports continued planning for implementation of Phase one of the project. It also clarifies city regulations. The Grand Connection will create […]
Outdoor Dining Program Extended to 40+ Restaurants in Bellevue through Summer
Outdoor dining on Main Street has been extended from now through the summer. Dining has expanded to parking lots, sidewalks, on-street and private patios. In addition to the restaurants on Main Street, more than 40 other eateries are offering outdoor dining across the city. In July 2021, the City of […]
Amazon Announces $1.4M Donation for Bellevue Parks, Neighborhoods, and Human Services
According to a press release, Amazon recently announced that they are donating $1.4 million to the City of Bellevue, which is inclusive of $1 million for the city’s Human Services Fund, $289,000 for neighborhood enhancement projects, and $150,000 for parks improvements. Amazon donated $500,000 to the Bellevue Human Services Fund […]
180-Unit Apartment Complex Proposed in Downtown Bellevue at Current Site of Taco Time
Bellevue Investors IV LLC, which is a part of Vulcan Real Estate, recently applied to the City of Bellevue for design review approval of a 180-unit apartment building. The proposed structure is located in Downtown Bellevue, at 201 106th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 2nd Street. The proposed new construction of […]
Bellevue Ranks in Top Ten for Best Cities to Live in America
A survey was recently taken regarding best cities to live in in America. Bellevue made the top ten list. The city of Bellevue received an A+ for overall Niche grade, A+ for schools, and 4.5 stars out of 5 stars. The information on their website describes the city as having […]
Washington Square 8-Story Hotel Project Submitted for Design Review
A design review approval has been submitted to the City of Bellevue for a hotel located on 106th Avenue Northeast. The project name is Washington Square Extended Stay Hotel, located at the Northwest corner of 106th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 9th Place. The 8-story hotel will feature 225 guest rooms, […]
City of Bellevue Joins Together to Fight Against Hate, Strives to Keep Community Safe
City of Bellevue leaders have taken action to fight hate, bias and racism, after many instances of hate crimes and discrimination against the Asian and Pacific Islander community nationwide since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. A release from the City explains ways in which they are responding and supporting […]