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The Bellevue City Council discussed updates to the Diversity Advantage Plan, focusing on community priorities such as affordable housing and community spaces. Additionally, the council addressed the process for filling a council vacancy and approved amendments to land use codes to better protect critical areas while promoting growth and affordable housing.
Amazon has announced a significant investment of $100 million from its Housing Equity Fund to enhance affordable housing production in Bellevue, coinciding with the groundbreaking of a 234-unit affordable housing development in the Spring District. This initiative, supported by local leaders and partners like BRIDGE Housing, aims to address the pressing issue of housing affordability in the region amidst rising prices.
Bellevue residents are invited to apply for the City Council's Position 5 seat, which will be vacated by Councilmember Janice Zahn on March 28, following her selection to the State Legislature. Applications are due by March 7, and the council plans to appoint a new member to serve until the November 2025 election.
The "Become a Certified Tourism Ambassador" event in Bellevue, Washington, offers a unique opportunity for individuals to enhance their expertise in tourism and hospitality. Scheduled from February 26 to March 20, 2025, this program aims to empower participants with essential skills and knowledge, fostering a positive tourism experience in the Seattle Metropolitan Area.
The City of Bellevue's Office of Housing is partnering with the Better Cities Film Festival to host a screening of inspiring short films focused on creating affordable and accessible communities. The event, scheduled for March 6, aims to engage residents in discussions about innovative housing solutions while highlighting the city’s commitment to addressing affordable housing challenges.
Over 2,000 women have participated in the free “Women Empowered” self-defense workshops in Puget Sound since the program's inception in 2022, highlighted in the latest edition of It's Your City. The issue also features a new art installation celebrating Bellevue’s Japanese American farmers and a curb pricing study aimed at addressing parking scarcity in the urban core.
La Mar, a prominent establishment showcasing Peruvian cuisine, is set to influence the culinary landscape in Rachel, West Virginia, on February 20, 2025. The event highlights the growing trend of global culinary influences and the importance of skilled professionals in the food industry, reflecting on the economic impact of such endeavors on local job markets.
Upgrade Labs, a pioneering biohacking gym founded by entrepreneur Dave Asprey, has opened in Downtown Bellevue, offering innovative wellness treatments tailored to enhance physical recovery and overall well-being. This state-of-the-art facility provides members with access to advanced therapies such as cryotherapy, AI-driven resistance training, and red light therapy, all customized to individual health goals.
A tragic midair collision between two small planes at Marana Regional Airport near Tucson has resulted in at least two fatalities. The incident, occurring on February 19, 2025, is under investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board, with details about the victims yet to be disclosed.
A 37-year-old man was stabbed in the torso during an altercation in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood on Tuesday night. The police are actively searching for the suspect, who fled the scene westbound, while the victim is currently in stable but serious condition at Harborview Medical Center. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Seattle Police Department's Violent Crimes Tip Line.