Bellevue developer Kemper Freeman has resigned from the Bellevue Downtown Association. Freeman, who owns Lincoln Square, Bellevue Square, and Bellevue Place, had been a member of the Bellevue Downtown Association for more than 30 years – his father was one of the group’s founders – but he strongly disagreed with […]
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Seattle Weekly Puts Bellevue ‘In Check’
Earlier this week Seattle Weekly put together a lengthy article on the Bellevue’s downtown economy titled “Lush Lie.” The article points out economic struggles for the 3 main Downtown Bellevue condominium towers (Washington Square, Bellevue Towers, and The Bravern) and how they have weathered the storm. The piece also points out in […]
Kemper Freeman Sues in Attempt to Stop Light-Rail Expansion
On Sunday the Seattle Times ran an article about how Kemper Freeman, with a group of 8 others, is suing to stop the light-rail expansion to the Eastside. Freeman is trying to stop the $17.9 billion light-rail project that was passed by Puget Sound voters 18 months ago that would […]
The Bravern Opening Weekend Attracts Thousands
The Bravern’s grand opening weekend kicked off on Saturday at 8am, and by 10am the shopping center had already received 5,000 visitors according to the developer. Throughout the weekend visitors were treated to appetizers catered from restaurants at The Bravern, models walking through the complex, musicians playing, and specially planned events. The Bravern passed out […]
