A major redevelopment is being planned for Bellevue’s Wilburton neighborhood. The KG Wilburton Master Development Plan proposes transforming a 6.63-acre site at 420, 430, and 600 116th Avenue NE—currently home to two single-story car dealerships and several food and drink spots—into a large mixed-use project with housing, retail, and office […]
Tag: Grand Connection
Bellevue Moves Closer to Building Grand Connection Pedestrian Bridge Over I-405
At a July 30 meeting, the Bellevue City Council received an update on the Grand Connection project, highlighting next steps for a planned pedestrian and bicycle bridge that would cross Interstate 405 and link Downtown Bellevue with the Wilburton neighborhood. City staff shared that Bellevue plans to request state approval […]
Bellevue to Host Pride on the Plaza Event June 4
In celebration of Pride Month, the City of Bellevue and Pride Across the Bridge are partnering to present Pride on the Plaza, a free event highlighting local LGBTQIA+ artists and community members. The event will take place on Wednesday, June 4, from noon to 2 p.m. at Bellevue City Hall. […]
Bellevue Offering Up to $150,000 in Grants to Energize Public Spaces
The City of Bellevue is now accepting applications for its 2025 Community Programming Fund, a grant program designed to support local efforts to energize public spaces and create meaningful experiences for residents. This initiative encourages the development of community-focused activities that promote creativity, inclusivity, and connection in shared outdoor spaces. […]
Bellevue’s City Hall Food Truck Program Features March and April Vendors
Bellevue’s City Hall Food Truck Program operates every Tuesday and Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on 110th Avenue Northeast. The program is part of the Grand Connection initiative, which aims to improve connectivity and create more inviting public spaces throughout downtown. It is organized in partnership with the […]
Update on Bellevue’s Grand Connection Crossing Project
The Grand Connection Crossing project in Bellevue has reached a significant milestone. An online open house will be held from October 16 to October 31, allowing the public to learn about the preferred design for a multi-use crossing over Interstate 405. This crossing is designed for pedestrians and cyclists 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 […]
Meydenbauer Bay Park to Begin Second Phase of Expansion
The second phase of Meydenbauer Bay Park is set to begin with the purpose of expanding the park’s connection to downtown. Phase one was completed in 2019 and has since become one of Bellevue’s most popular destinations. Expansion of the park’s connection to downtown, which is one of the objectives […]
Bellevue Transit Center Closed Weekend of Sept 8 for Improvements
The intersection of 108th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 6th Street will be closed from 10pm Friday, September 8th, to 5am Monday, September 11th. The Bellevue Transit Center will be closed during the closure. A temporary bus stop will be setup on 106th Avenue Northeast Northeast 6th Street. The project includes […]
23′ Art Installation Reaches Completion at Bellevue Park
The new art installation at Bellevue Downtown Park has reached completion. The 23-foot art installation has been named “Piloti”. The art piece is made up of 6,665 individual pieces and 180,000 rivets. Created by Marc Fornes/THEVERYMANY, the art piece is intended to reflect Bellevue’s innovative technology sector, love of natural […]









