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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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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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Government
Bellevues proposed Diversity Advantage Plan 2035 debuts at public open house
Bellevue will host an open house on Nov. 20 to unveil the preliminary Diversity Advantage Plan 2035. The event aims to gather community feedback on the updated plan, which focuses on enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dinner and activities for children will be available; pre-registration is required.
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Government
Council Roundup Mid-biennium budget discussions begin
Bellevue City Council discussed proposed adjustments to the 2025-2026 biennial budget, reflecting updated revenue projections and a potential 1% property tax increase for 2026. The council also reviewed community feedback aimed at enhancing Bellevue's brand identity and announced a public hearing for budget input on November 12.
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Government
Bellevues proposed Diversity Advantage Plan 2035 debuts at open house
Bellevue will host an open house on November 20, 2025, to unveil the preliminary Diversity Advantage Plan 2035. The update process involved community feedback to enhance diversity and inclusion in the city. Dinner and children’s activities will be available, and preregistration is required.
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Education
Educational event celebrates Native American Heritage Month
The City of Bellevue will host an educational event to celebrate Native American Heritage Month on October 29, 2025. The event highlights the contributions of Indigenous peoples, including the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa, fostering community understanding and relationships.
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Government
City adopts Newport and Crossroads neighborhood plans
Bellevue City Council adopted the Newport and Crossroads neighborhood plans, redesignating the downtown area as a Metropolitan Regional Center. The plans reflect 15 months of community engagement to create a vision for the future of Bellevue's neighborhoods.
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Culture
A Holiday Tradition Returns The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink Marks 28 Years of Winter Magic
The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink will celebrate 28 years of "Winter Magic" starting October 27, 2025. This popular holiday tradition in Bellevue, Washington, attracts visitors to the Seattle Metropolitan Area for ice skating and festive activities.
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Government
Council Roundup Updates provided on Affordable Housing progress and the Multifamily Tax Exemption Program
Bellevue City Council reviewed progress on the 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy, aiming to build or preserve 5,700 affordable units over the next decade. The Council also discussed updates to the Multifamily Tax Exemption program, which incentivizes affordable housing development. The Parks & Community Services Department received reaccreditation from CAPRA, achieving a perfect score of 154 out of 154.
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Government
Parks Community Services Department earns perfect score with reaccreditation
Bellevue’s Parks & Community Services Department achieved a perfect score of 154 out of 154 in reaccreditation from the national Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies. This recognition highlights the department's effective management of the city’s extensive parks and trails network.
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Urban Development
Elevated Perspectives Exploring Urban Innovation in the Mile High City
The Bellevue Downtown Association's Study Tour delegation visited Denver in early October to explore urban innovation and placemaking strategies. The three-day itinerary featured insights into transformative projects, including the redevelopment of Union Station and the activation of Downtown Denver's urban core.
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