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City seeks input on proposed apprenticeship program

As part of an effort to bolster the local supply of skilled construction workers, the City of Bellevue is considering the creation of an apprenticeship program. The city is seeking input from…
The apprenticeship program requirement would affect projects like this, major improvements to West Lake Sammamish Parkway.

Bellevue to buy first electric fire engine

The City Council Monday authorized the Fire Department to use a state Department of Ecology grant to purchase the city’s first electric fire engine. The new Pierce Volterra, one of the first…
The city's electric fire engine, a Pierce Volterra, will be in Fire Station 1.

Council Roundup: Budget discussions on public safety, homelessness, human services and business

Plus, ARCH 2023 budget presented and council issues proclamations to raise awareness for domestic violence, disability employment and antisemitism
DART team accepting proclamation

Planning for Bellevue’s fiscal future: Navigating boom times and budget constraints

Neighborhood Leadership Gathering takes place Oct. 11 Bellevue has in large part been remarkably resilient during the profound challenges since 2020. As cities across the world continue to emerge…
Participants at Neighborhood Leadership Gathering 2019

Council Roundup: Community members make budget asks

Plus, police update on pledge progress and long-time theater director commended  NOTE:  The next council meeting will be on Sept. 6 due to the council’s August recess. On Monday, the City…
James McClain receives commendation from council

Council Roundup: Parks funding strategy may head to voters

Plus, council advances safe parking program pilot and adopts Transportation Facilities Plan through 2033
Surrey Downs Park

Council Roundup: First public hearing on the 2023-2024 budget

Plus, Land Use Code Amendment for supportive housing, Library Board appointment and Safe Boating Week NOTE:  The next Bellevue City Council meeting will be on June 6. There is no City Council…
Safe Boating Week group with Council

Data-driven performance nets award for Bellevue

At a time when governments need to be more efficient than ever, the City of Bellevue has earned national recognition for using data to ensure its services meet resident needs. 

Hearing to consider release of restrictive covenant

The City Council will hold a public hearing during its virtual meeting on Monday, Oct. 19, to consider the release of a restrictive covenant governing a group home for individuals with developmental…
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