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The City Council of Bellevue seeks candidates for a vacancy on its Communities of Color Coordinating Team. Interested community members can apply online, with applications due by 5 p.m. on June 23, 2025.
Bellevue City Council approved the architectural and engineering design phase for the Meydenbauer Bay Park Expansion project. The council also advanced a draft technology innovation policy framework as part of the Inclusive Innovation Forum program aimed at enhancing community partnerships and digital equity. Unanimous support was shown for both initiatives during the council meeting.
The City of Bellevue is fostering partnerships with local organizations to enhance prevention and reporting of hate crimes and bias incidents. During a recent panel discussion, community leaders emphasized the importance of collaboration to address these issues effectively.
A fire erupted at a strip mall in Bellevue, WA, on Monday, prompting the closure of NE 8th Street. Bellevue Fire Department reported no injuries and utilized a nearby hydrant to combat the flames.
Bellevue will launch its first Civic Innovation Challenge during the Inclusive Innovation Forum on June 4. The initiative aims to engage regional partners in developing civic technology solutions, enhancing government services and community engagement.
Bellevue Essentials, a civic engagement course, accepts applications for its fall 2025 cohort until July 23. The program runs from September 10 to November 12 and aims to educate residents on city government operations and community involvement. Tuition is $150, with fee waivers available for eligible participants.
Bellevue Police arrested three teenagers for street racing and eluding law enforcement this week, amid a 163% rise in speeding citations compared to last year. The arrests occurred during a citywide speeding emphasis following a fatal crash on May 2 that involved a speeding motorcyclist.
The City of Bellevue ranked #22 in North America for its vehicle fleet by the National Association of Fleet Administrators, the highest ranking in Washington state. The ranking acknowledges Bellevue's commitment to environmental responsibility through the use of electric vehicles and strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Bellevue will host the 12th annual Lake to Lake Bike Ride on June 14, offering routes for cyclists of all skill levels. Participants can choose from a nine-mile family-friendly loop, a more challenging 24-mile route, or a free ride for kids in the park. This event encourages community engagement and promotes cycling as a healthy lifestyle.
Kirkland residents express concern over a planned homeless hotel after learning that a felon with 57 prior arrest warrants was living in a similar facility in Bellevue. The situation raises fears about safety and the potential for crime in their community. Neighbors are actively voicing their apprehensions to local officials.