Government
Bellevue Chamber Highlights Local Developments and Community Initiatives
Bellevue's Chamber of Commerce highlights recent local developments, including the opening of new transit stations and community initiatives.
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Bellevue Downtown Association Presents 20 Live Jazz Blues Performances October 8-12
The Bellevue Downtown Association will host over 20 live jazz and blues performances from October 8-12, 2027, at various venues in Bellevue, Washington. The event aims to showcase local talent and attract music enthusiasts to the area. Performances will take place at notable locations, including The Bellevue-Stratford Hotel.
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Culture
Your Guide to the Holidays in Downtown Bellevue
Families and friends can celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Bellevue with various events, including festive photo experiences, holiday markets, and dining options for Thanksgiving. Highlights include the Snowflake Lane parade and the enchanting Garden d’Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Garden. Numerous local venues will host events from late November through December.
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Government
Council Roundup Council draws 600,000 from its contingency to support urgent community needs
The City Council approved a $600,000 investment for immigrant and refugee legal assistance, food, and financial support. This funding follows community requests and builds on previous allocations for urgent needs. The council also reviewed updates to the Critical Areas Ordinance and co-living housing regulations.
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Environment
Free Bellevue Naturalist training
Bellevue Naturalists invite applications for a free training program aimed at cultivating environmental volunteers from the community. Training runs from February 5 to April 23, 2026, with Bellevue residents receiving selection priority. Volunteers must commit to 100 hours of service post-training.
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Education
Public invited to 2025 Bellevue Essentials graduation ceremony
Bellevue will host a graduation ceremony for the 2025 Bellevue Essentials program featuring keynote speaker Kevin P. Henry, a former city diversity leader. Henry aims to inspire 36 graduates with insights on leadership and community engagement. The event, open to the public, will take place on November 19 at City Hall.
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Government
City hires director for human resources and diversity, equity and inclusion work
Bellevue has appointed Bindi Lassige as the new director of human resources and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, starting on November 24. Lassige brings over 20 years of HR leadership experience, including a decade at the Gates Foundation, where she focused on equity and organizational accountability. She succeeds Joy St. Germain, who retires after 36 years of public service.
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Government
Popular Community Programming Fund featured in It's Your City
Bellevue's Community Programming Fund has supported nearly 40 events this year, including a book giveaway and a night market. The program aims to unite residents and visitors in public spaces and may continue next year with a focus on series-based programming and World Cup themes.
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Social Issues
City takes action to address immediate nutrition needs in community
Bellevue allocates $235,000 to support local food assistance agencies following federal SNAP benefit cuts affecting families. The funding will distribute resources to 11 community organizations and provide grocery gift cards to those in need.
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Government
Community invited to share input by Nov. 12 on Bellevues water plans
Bellevue Utilities updates its storm and surface water, drinking water, and wastewater plans to ensure reliable services and environmental protection. Residents can provide feedback through an online survey by November 12 and apply to join a focus group to discuss community water priorities.
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Government
Bellevue to host planning and code amendments town hall
Bellevue's Code and Policy team will host a hybrid town hall on November 17 to discuss proposed code amendments impacting development and housing. Community members can participate in person or virtually to learn about upcoming projects and engage with city planners.
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Health
City seeks opioid education and prevention provider
Bellevue seeks organizations to provide culturally and linguistically specific opioid education and prevention services, offering up to $10,000 for the initiative in 2026. Proposals are due by 2 p.m. on November 19, aiming to enhance connections between crisis response workers and community groups.
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