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An event titled "Artist Spotlight: Meet the Creators Behind the Art" will take place in Bellevue, Washington, from July 24 to July 27, 2025. The event aims to celebrate innovation and creativity, featuring notable artists including Brittnie Eakle. It will encompass concerts, music events, and gallery exhibitions.
Bellevue seeks community facilitators to lead discussions on affordable housing as part of its 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy. The city aims to engage diverse voices, particularly those affected by housing challenges, with applications open until July 30. Facilitators will receive training to help amplify community input during conversations scheduled for August and September.
Bellevue and 26 other jurisdictions have joined a lawsuit against HUD and DOT to protect access to $65 million in federal grants. The lawsuit claims new conditions imposed by the federal government are unconstitutional and unrelated to the grants' intended purposes. City officials argue these conditions conflict with local laws and community values.
Republic Services has scheduled an additional waste drop-off date for Bellevue residents on July 19 at Odle Middle School amid a work stoppage. The city advises residents to expect long wait times and traffic impacts. More drop-off dates may be added if the situation persists.
Bellevue City Council reported stable tax revenues amid national economic uncertainty affecting local growth projections. The council approved permit deadline extensions to support developers facing market challenges and received updates on a work stoppage impacting garbage collection services.
Bellevue City Manager Diane Carlson appointed Dave Tait as the new fire chief on July 16, 2025. Tait, a 28-year veteran of the department, has served as interim chief since April after the retirement of former chief Jay Hagen. His extensive experience includes roles as firefighter, paramedic, and deputy chief.
Bellevue Library will host the “Live at Lunch” concert on July 16, 2025, in downtown Bellevue. The event features local artist Brittnie Eakle and aims to engage the community during lunch hours. Attendees can enjoy live music in a vibrant atmosphere.
Movies in the Park returns to Bellevue with free screenings set for Downtown Park on Tuesdays from July 15 to August 19 and Crossroads Park on Thursdays from July 31 to August 21. Each event will feature local musicians and interactive entertainment before the films, beginning pre-movie activities at 7 p.m. and screenings at dusk.
Bellevue residents can drop off waste at a free location provided by Republic Services during an ongoing labor dispute. The drop-off will be available at Bannerwood Park on July 15 and 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. respectively.
Bellevue's Office of Housing invites affordable housing developers to submit proposals for up to $30 million in funding from its Housing Stability Program and Affordable Housing Fund. Proposals are due by September 9, 2025, and aim to support projects for households earning below 60% of the area median income.