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Council opening after Stokes resignation

Councilmember stepping down to focus on family; council to appoint new member for partial termThe City Council will soon have another open seat, after Councilmember John Stokes announced plans to…
Councilmember John Stokes, second from left, announces his resignation while on the dais with Mayor Robinson, left, Councilmember Dave Hamilton, third from left and Councilmember Claire Sumadiwirya, right.

City surveys community about human services needs

The City of Bellevue is gathering information from the community on human services needs in Bellevue. The data will be compiled in the 2025 Human Services Needs Update, which informs allocation of…

Openings on multiple boards and commissions

The City Council is seeking candidates to fill vacancies on several boards and commissions. Residents interested in shaping Bellevue’s future are encouraged to apply online by 5 p.m. on Monday, April…

Council Roundup: K Line rounds the corner on final planning

Plus, council takes position on state revenue proposals, celebrates Wrap-Around Services, reappoints board and commission members, commends outgoing councilmember and proclaims Sexual Assault…
The map shows the alignment set for the K Line RapidRide.

Council Roundup: Claire Sumadiwirya appointed as new councilmember

Plus, Keep Bellevue Beautiful and State Legislative session updates
The City Council poses in the council chamber with new member Claire Sumadiwirya

Jerry and Charlene Lee donate Jacob Lawrence artwork to Bellevue

Northwest philanthropists Jerry and Charlene Lee have donated a lithograph print by internationally renowned artist Jacob Lawrence to the City of Bellevue. “Builders III” will be part of the city’s…
From left, Mayor Lynne Robinson, Jerry Lee and City Manager Diane Carlson stand next to the Jacob Lawrence artwork that Lee donated to the city.

City Council selects Claire Sumadiwirya to fill council seat until November election

Sumadiwirya will be sworn in after seat is vacated March 28The City Council Tuesday interviewed five candidates and unanimously appointed Claire Sumadiwirya to the council seat Councilmember Janice…
Claire Sumadiwirya answers questions from the council.

Youth leadership award nominations open

Do you know a Bellevue child or teen who has championed a cause, served the community or advocated for equity and social justice? Nominations are now open for the 35th annual Community Leadership…
2015 Youth Link leadership award winners

Bellevue Fire chief takes role in Montana

City manager names Deputy Chief Dave Tait as interim

Council Roundup: Finalists selected for upcoming council vacancy

Plus, Grand Connection Crossing, minimum sentencing discussion and celebration of NowruzThe City Council met in executive session Tuesday to review the qualifications of applicants for appointment to…
Illustration of potential Grand Connection Crossing features
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