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Survey on Meydenbauer Bay Park expansion

With its distinctive curved pier and stunning views, Meydenbauer Bay Park is one of Bellevue’s most popular and iconic destinations. Per the park’s master plan, the city is now planning to expand the…
Meydenbauer Bay park and Bellevue's downtown can be seen in this aerial photo.

Food trucks at City Hall Plaza offer more summer dining opportunities

Program will pilot activations of downtown spaceWith sunny weather finally arriving, the City of Bellevue is launching a food truck program this summer at City Hall Plaza, with a rotation of 11…
People line up for food trucks parked downtown.

Innovative Police-Fire collaboration enhancing community mental health services

Bellevue’s Community Crisis Assistance Team – an innovative collaboration between specially trained police officers and mental health professionals from the Fire Department – has helped more than 100…

Illuminating performance showcases Juneteenth history in city’s third annual event

Living Voices to present historical performance art June 13In honor of Juneteenth, the City of Bellevue invites the community to experience the founding of the United States and the concept of "all…
A free Black colonist is the narrator in Living Voices' presentation of "Our Revolution."

Conversion of iconic Wilburton Trestle for Eastrail begins

Eastrail successes continue with NE Eighth St. bridge opening June 23Eastrail hit a new milestone Friday, as King County Parks announced the start of the conversion of the iconic Wilburton Trestle…
The Wilburton Trestle is being converted from a railroad bridge to one for the Eastrail multi-use trail. Photo courtesy of King County

2 Line arrives on Lake to Lake

The latest Lake to Lake episode captures the excitement of light rail opening in Bellevue, with testimonials from delighted residents. Also, a visit with the permit center, tips on preparedness from…
Elected officials from Bellevue, King County and the state cut the ribbon at the opening of Eastside light rail.

Council Roundup: City Manager selection process moves forward

Plus, summer recreation programs, Community Crisis Assistance Team progress and best of 425On Tuesday, the City Council was presented with the results of interviews and surveys conducted by an…
The council celebrates a second consecutive "Best of 425" award from 425 Magazine.

Lakemont Blvd. to reopen week of June 10

With a new bridge on Lakemont Boulevard nearly complete, the key South Bellevue arterial is expected to reopen the week of June 10. The street has been closed to drivers since last fall, when the…

Explore Bellevue on Lake to Lake Bike Ride

Routes for different skill levels and free kids rideThe 11th annual Lake to Lake Bike Ride on Saturday, June 8, will provide riders of all levels and abilities with an opportunity to experience…
The Lake to Lake Bike Ride is a family affair for this group of riders.

Council Roundup: Next step in tree code updates advanced

Plus, updates on safe parking, the Eastgate housing campus and economic development workOn Tuesday evening, the City Council heard proposed amendments to the city’s land use code to update tree…
A tree grows in Bellevue.
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