Bellevue public meetings in 2025

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025, has been canceled.

Transportation Commission

The City of Bellevue Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, has been cancelled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed Land Use Code Amendment to expand housing opportunities in mixed-use areas as part of the city's 'Next Right Work' initiative. The meeting also includes discussion of the commission's 2026 meeting schedule and approval of minutes from October and November 2025. Written and oral communications will be accepted.

• Public hearing on Land Use Code Amendment 25-715 to expand housing in mixed-use areas under the Next Right Work initiative
• Review of Planning Commission Meeting Schedule for 2026 (25-712)
• Approval of minutes from October 8, October 22, and November 5, 2025
• Written communications (25-713) and oral communications (25-714) period

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will swear in several members and establish procedures for electing the Mayor and Deputy Mayor. The agenda includes multiple resolutions regarding traffic safety, medical services, fire union labor agreements, and land use regulations.

• Swearing in of Councilmembers Lynne Robinson, Jared Nieuwenhuis, Claire Sumadiwirya, Vishal Bhargava, and Naren Briar
• Resolution to designate seven high-crash risk sites for automated traffic safety cameras
• Agreement with Premera Blue Cross for medical and prescription drug administrative services
• Purchase of a combo eductor truck from Owen Equipment Company for up to $696,587
• Three-year labor agreement with International Association of Firefighters Union, Local 1604

City Council Special Meeting

The Bellevue City Council holds a special meeting to discuss the city's 2026 state legislative priorities with state legislators. The discussion will focus on the proposed 2026 State Legislative Agenda (item 25-711). Following the discussion, council members will take a walking tour of the Bellevue Grand Connection project from City Hall Plaza to Bellevue Way. No public oral communications are scheduled.

• Discussion with state legislators on 2026 key legislative priorities
• Consideration of City of Bellevue 2026 State Legislative Agenda (25-711)
• Walking tour of Bellevue Grand Connection project from City Hall Plaza to Bellevue Way

Environmental Services Commission

The Environmental Services Commission will hold a special retreat to review its 2025 activities and discuss its roles and responsibilities for 2026.

• Review of Commission 2025 Year in Review
• Discussion of Commission 2026 Look Ahead

Arts Commission

The Bellevue Arts Commission will review minutes from a prior meeting, hear public comments, and discuss updates for the Grand Connection Crossing Art Plan, the BelRed Arts District, and general arts initiatives.

• Approval of November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Grand Connection Crossing Art Plan update
• BelRed Arts District Community Alliance update
• Arts in Bellevue discussion
• Project updates report

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider new regulations for co-living housing and a public utility easement release. Additionally, the council will review updates to automated traffic safety camera regulations and findings from a curb pricing study.

• Resolution adopting the Ashwood Park Master Plan
• Resolution naming park property at 10875 NE 12th Street as Ashwood Park
• Resolution for up to $1,000,000 in Flood Reduction Grant funds for Valley Creek project
• Ordinance approving the 2026 Transportation Impact Fee Rate Schedule with a $8,185 base fee
• Public hearing regarding co-living housing standards and Land Use Code amendments

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to approve minutes from November and discuss a panel conversation on collective impact. The meeting will be held in-person and online.

• Approval of draft minutes from November 17, 2025
• Panel Conversation on Convening & Collective Impact
• Public oral and written communications
• Staff and Commissioner reports

The Human Services Commission met in a hybrid format on December 1, 2025. The agenda included the approval of draft minutes from the previous meeting and a panel conversation on convening and collective impact. No substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved draft minutes from November 17, 2025
• Panel conversation on Convening & Collective Impact scheduled
• Meeting conducted in hybrid in-person and virtual format

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on several contracts and ordinances, including the purchase of fire equipment and land acquisition for the Grand Connection: I-405 Crossing Project. The body will also discuss updates to the Diversity Advantage Plan 2035 and the city sign code.

• ORD 6884: Purchase of two replacement fire ladder trucks from Hughes Fire Equipment, Inc. for up to $5,077,861
• RES 10557: Adoption of the 2026-2045 Transportation Facilities Plan
• RES 10559: HVAC maintenance contract with Vital Mechanical Service, inc. up to $651,881
• RES 10560: Agreement with McKinstry Essention LLC for Eastside Clean Buildings Technical Support up to $630,000
• ORD 6887: Land acquisition and condemnation for the Grand Connection: I-405 Crossing Project

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board will review status reports for the Parks CIP and summer programs. The board is scheduled to discuss the Crossroads Community Center and the 2022 Parks & Open Space Levy. A proposed amendment to the board bylaws will also be considered.

• Crossroads Community Center presentation and discussion
• 2022 Parks & Open Space Levy update
• Parks & Community Services Board Bylaw Amendment
• Parks CIP Project Status Report
• 2025 Summer Ranger and Well K.E.P.T. programs

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider adopting the 2026 property tax levy, updating school impact fees for Issaquah and Renton school districts, and setting various development and utility fees. A study session will review a preferred design and name for an Eastgate neighborhood park and discuss the 2025 Mobility Implementation Plan update. Consent items include adopting the Sustainable Bellevue Plan and 2026 pay plans.

• ORD 6882: 2026 property tax levy
• ORD 6876: School impact fee updates for Issaquah and Renton school districts
• ORD 6881: Revised sewerage service charges
• RES 10554: Adoption of Sustainable Bellevue Plan
• Study Session: Eastgate park design and name recommendation review

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss the draft 2027-2028 funding contingency. The agenda also includes a review of shelter services and public comment periods.

• Approval of draft minutes from November 3, 2025
• Review draft 2027-2028 Funding Contingency
• Shelter Services Panel
• Public comment period (up to 30 minutes)
• Hybrid meeting format: in-person and Zoom

The Human Services Commission convened for a hybrid meeting to review draft 2027-2028 funding contingency and a shelter services panel. The agenda included standard procedural items such as approval of minutes and public communications.

• Meeting held in hybrid format (in-person and Zoom)
• Draft 2027-2028 Funding Contingency reviewed
• Shelter Services Panel discussed
• Approval of draft minutes from November 3, 2025 (agenda item only)

Transportation Commission

The Bellevue Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for November 13, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025-2026 Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program Plan Mid-Biennium Update. The body will also discuss land use code amendments for critical areas and co-living housing.

• Public hearing on 2025-2026 Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program Plan Mid-Biennium Update
• ORD 6873: $382,654.72 FEMA grant for Peer Support Team training
• ORD 6874: Extension of Residential Parking Permit Zone (RPZ) Zone 11 boundaries
• RES 10553: Adoption of the City of Bellevue’s Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Study session on co-living housing and critical areas regulations

Environmental Services Commission

The Environmental Services Commission will meet to approve updated bylaws and review sewer utility cost-of-service analysis and rate design recommendations. The agenda also includes a solid waste program update and an overview of the 2027-2028 operating budget.

• Adoption of Updated Environmental Services Commission Bylaws
• Sewer Utility Cost-of-Service Analysis and Rate Design Recommendations
• Solid Waste Program Update Management Brief
• 2027-2028 Operating Budget and 2027-2032 CIP Budget Planning Overview
• Review of Commission Calendar

Arts Commission

The Bellevue Arts Commission will review and approve the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. The body will also consider 2026 project grants, committee assignments, and an update on the Art and Cultural Capital Facility Grant Program.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consideration of 2026 Project Grants
• Review of 2025-26 Committee Assignments
• Art and Cultural Capital Facility Grant Program Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss its 2025 meeting schedule and hold its annual commission retreat. The meeting also includes time for written and oral public communications.

• 25-649 Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
• 25-652 2025 Annual Commission Retreat
• 25-654 Minutes of September 24, 2025

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue cancelled its regular City Council meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025. The cancellation was noted on the official agenda.

• Cancellation of City Council Regular Meeting
• Meeting location: Council Chambers (1E-126)

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to review Hopelink's 2025 Community Needs Assessment and continue its review of 2027-2028 funding percentages. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes, public communications, and reports from city boards.

• Approval of draft minutes from October 20, 2025
• Review of Hopelink’s 2025 Community Needs Assessment
• Continue Review of the 2027-2028 Funding Percentages
• Public oral and written communications
• Hybrid meeting held at Bellevue City Hall and via Zoom

The Human Services Commission met on November 3, 2025, but the minutes provided record only the meeting agenda and procedural items, including a proposed approval of October 20 draft minutes and discussion topics. No substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes are documented in the minutes.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider Job Order Contract agreements and a notice of exclusion appeal. The body will also hold study sessions regarding sewer rate adjustments, permit fees, and a mid-biennium update.

• JOC agreements with Saybr Contractors Inc. and Centennial Contractors Enterprises not to exceed $4,000,000 annually each
• Motion to reject all bids for Mountains to Sound Greenway Trail project (142nd Place SE to 150th Avenue SE)
• Briefing on proposed 2026 sewer rate adjustment
• Review of Development Services Permit Fees and school district impact fee schedules
• Appeal of Notice of Exclusion issued by Planning Commission Chair Negin Khanloo to Avrum (Alex) Tsimerman

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Land Use Code Amendment for the Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO). The body will also review the meeting schedule and previous minutes.

• Public hearing on Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA)
• Review of Planning Commission Meeting Schedule (25-624)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council is considering ordinances to adopt neighborhood area plans for Newport, Downtown, and Crossroads. The body will also discuss updates to the 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy and the Multifamily Tax Exemption Program.

• Ordinances 6867, 6868, and 6869 to adopt Newport, Downtown, and Crossroads Neighborhood Area Plan Comprehensive Plan Amendments
• ORD 6871: Reduce speed limit from 30 mph to 25 mph on 130th Avenue NE between NE Bellevue-Redmond Road and NE 24th Street
• ORD 6872: Establish time-restricted parking on 130th Ave NE between NE Spring Blvd. and NE 20th St.
• RES 10550: Agreements with Coast to Coast Turf, LLC, and Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for Robinwood Park renovation
• Study sessions on 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy and Multifamily Tax Exemption Program

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will hold a public hearing on human services in Bellevue (Item 7a) and review the 2026 Draft Annual Action Plan and related Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding recommendations (Item 10a). The commission will also continue reviewing funding percentages for the 2027-2028 biennium (Item 10b). The meeting is hybrid, with in-person and virtual participation options.

• Public hearing on human services in Bellevue (25-630)
• Review of 2026 Draft Annual Action Plan & CDBG funding recommendations (25-631)
• Continued review of 2027-2028 funding percentages (25-632)
• Approval of draft minutes from October 6, 2025 (25-629)

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board will review draft minutes from a previous meeting and discuss the city's park naming process and guidelines. The board will also receive a report on the 2025 Summer Ranger Program.

• Approval of draft minutes from September 17, 2025
• Report on the 2025 Summer Ranger Program
• Discussion on Parks & Community Services Accreditation
• Discussion on Park Naming Process and Guidelines

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider releasing a public utility easement at 707 96th Ave NE and hold a public hearing to deny a land use classification for a property at 4277 137th Avenue NE. The meeting also includes proclamations and a review of the 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Plan.

• Release of public utility easement at 707 96th Ave NE
• Public hearing to deny Open Space classification for 4277 137th Avenue NE
• Review of the 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Plan
• Proclamations for Hindu American Awareness and Arbor Day
• Draft 2026 State Legislative Agenda

Transportation Commission

The Bellevue Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing and study sessions on a curb pricing study community engagement update and a Transportation Facilities Plan update. The meeting also includes oral communications for public comment and approval of prior minutes. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing (no specific topic provided in agenda)
• 25-604 Curb Pricing Study - Community Engagement Update
• 25-605 Transportation Facilities Plan Update
• 25-606 Approval of September 11, 2025 minutes
• Oral communications with 3-minute limit, sign-up required

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss the Great Neighborhoods Program, including initial briefings for Eastgate and Factoria area planning and an update on the 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy.

• Public hearing on agenda items
• Study session on Eastgate and Factoria neighborhood planning
• Study session on Land Use Code Amendment for mixed-use housing
• Study session on 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy update
• Oral communications from the public

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a new ordinance regarding repeat offender sentence enhancements for theft crimes. The body is also considering funding for energy and facility upgrades at the Bellevue Aquatic Center and a property acquisition in the Coal Creek/Lakemont neighborhood.

• ORD 6866: Ordinance to impose repeat offender sentence enhancement for certain theft crimes
• RES 10547: Up to $689,189 for energy saving upgrades and $38,300 for project management at the Bellevue Aquatic Center
• RES 10546: $1,565,881 for a completed property acquisition in the Coal Creek/Lakemont neighborhood
• RES 10545: Agreement with King County for the Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS)
• Study sessions on the Bellevue World Cup Strategy and Hazard Mitigation and Disaster Debris Management Plans

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will approve minutes from September and discuss the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding application process and proposed allocations. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format.

• Approval of draft minutes from September 8 and 15, 2025
• Discussion of 2026 CDBG Funding Application Process
• Review of proposed 2026 CDBG Allocations
• Review of 2027-2028 Funding Percentages
• Public comment period available via Zoom or in-person

The commission met to discuss the 2026 CDBG funding application process and proposed allocations. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded in these minutes.

Environmental Services Commission

The Environmental Services Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss proposed bylaws, and review a sewer cost-of-service analysis. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual options available.

• Approval of September 4, 2025 minutes
• Proposed bylaws update (25-590)
• Sewer cost-of-service analysis (25-591)
• Review of commission calendar (25-592)
• Public oral communications (30 minutes)

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss its roles and responsibilities, review a Critical Areas Ordinance amendment, and hear public comments.

• Public Hearing on Critical Areas Ordinance Land Use Code Amendment
• Study Session on Planning Commission Roles and Responsibilities
• Oral Communications from the public (30 minutes total)
• Meeting held in Room 1E-113 and via Zoom
• Hybrid format available for in-person and virtual attendance

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider a consent calendar with over a dozen items, including a $5.4 million water main replacement contract, a $2.8 million Main Street pathway project, and $500,000 for KidsQuest Children's Museum. Study session items include a mandatory minimum sentencing ordinance for repeat theft offenders and an open space classification for the Timiri property.

• Water Main Replacement 2025 Phase 1 contract to Shoreline Construction Co. for $5,429,210
• Main Street Off-Street Multipurpose Pathway (108th to 112th Ave) contract to Active Construction for up to $2,817,817
• Funding agreement with KidsQuest Children's Museum for up to $500,000
• Meydenbauer Bay Park Phase 2 design services contract with Berger Partnership for $1,583,075
• Ordinance imposing mandatory minimum sentencing for repeat theft offenders (study session)

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board will meet to approve minutes from July and discuss the design and naming of a new neighborhood park in Eastgate. The meeting will also include a report on Capital Improvement Project status.

• Approval of draft minutes from July 16, 2025
• Discussion on Eastgate neighborhood park design and name
• Review of Parks CIP Project Status Report
• Third Quarter 2025 Report to City Council
• Public oral and written communications

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold study sessions on two sets of annual Comprehensive Plan amendments: redesignating Downtown Bellevue as a Regional Growth and Metro Center, and updates to the Crossroads and Newport neighborhood area plans. The consent calendar includes several funding approvals, such as $400,000 for heat pump incentives for income-qualified households, $515,000 for the Commute Trip Reduction program, $501,515 for a new park master plan in the BelRed neighborhood, and an $8.28 million contract increase for Hopelink's heat pump program. The meeting also features proclamations, a public safety update, and reports on the Eastgate Campus.

• Study session on Downtown Center Redesignation as a Regional Growth and Metro Center
• Study session on Crossroads and Newport Neighborhood Area Plan amendments
• Ordinance accepting $400,000 from PSE Decarbonization Program for heat pump incentives
• Resolution authorizing $501,515 for architectural and engineering services for a new BelRed neighborhood park
• Resolution increasing Hopelink heat pump contract to $8,278,810 and extending through Dec 2026

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to discuss the 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy and review funding performance data. The meeting will be held in-person and virtually.

• Discussion of 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy (Item 5a)
• Review of Human Services Funding Performance Data (Item 5b)
• Public comment period available via Zoom or in-person
• Hybrid meeting format: Room 1E-113 and Zoom
• Deadline for written comments is noon the day prior

The provided minutes for the September 15, 2025, meeting consist of an agenda and procedural guidelines. No substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes were recorded in the document.

Transportation Commission

The Bellevue Transportation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to review the Mobility Implementation Plan and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes public comment, staff reports, and a study session on upcoming agenda items.

• Public Hearing scheduled
• Mobility Implementation Plan Update study session
• Approval of 2025-07-10 meeting minutes
• Review of upcoming agenda items
• Oral and written public communications

The provided minutes are a procedural agenda and do not record any substantive decisions, votes, or outcomes. The document lists the meeting structure and scheduled items but contains no record of actions taken.

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and study session focused on amending the Land Use Code to expand housing opportunities. The agenda also includes a training session on commission roles and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Land Use Code Amendment to expand housing opportunities
• Study session on Planning Commission Roles and Responsibilities Training
• Approval of minutes from July 9, 2025
• Approval of minutes from July 23, 2025
• Oral communications period for residents

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider approving contracts for road repairs and a fire engine, as well as resolutions to adjust municipal boundaries with Kirkland. The meeting also includes proclamations for local awareness months.

• Award $7.25M for Northwest Bellevue Walkways and Safety Improvement Project
• Award $1.73M for On-Call Asphalt & Concrete Repair Contract
• Authorize purchase of replacement fire engine for $1.46M
• Adjust boundary line with Kirkland for South Kirkland Park and Ride
• Adjust boundary line with Kirkland for Cross Kirkland Corridor

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will hold a special meeting to launch the 2025 funding cycle. The agenda includes approving minutes from July and reviewing initial findings on community needs. Public oral comments are not being taken, but written comments can be submitted via email.

• Approval of draft minutes from July 7, 2025
• Funding Cycle Overview (Item 25-541)
• Human Services Needs Update Initial Findings (Item 25-542)
• Meeting held in-person at Bellevue City Hall, Room 1E-112

Environmental Services Commission

The Bellevue Environmental Services Commission will meet in a hybrid format to discuss the Storm and Surface Water System Plan Update and approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Storm and Surface Water System Plan Update (New Business)
• Approval of July 10, 2025 Minutes
• Public oral communications (30 minutes)
• Hybrid meeting format with in-person and virtual options

Arts Commission

The Bellevue Arts Commission is holding a regular hybrid meeting. Agenda items include a partner presentation, committee assignments, and project updates. Oral communications are allowed for up to 30 minutes.

• Partner Presentation (25-532) — details not specified in agenda
• Committee Assignments (25-533) — for upcoming commission work
• Project Updates (25-534) — report on current arts projects

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue Regular Council Meeting scheduled for September 2, 2025, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Parks & Community Services Board

The City of Bellevue Parks & Community Services Board meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been cancelled.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue Regular Council Meeting scheduled for August 5, 2025 has been cancelled. A Special Meeting will take its place on Monday, August 4, 2025, due to the Primary Election on August 5. This agenda notice contains no items for discussion or decision.

City Council Special Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will meet to approve ordinances updating criminal codes and scooter regulations, along with resolutions accepting state funds for transportation programs and a contract for park-and-ride design.

• Ordinance 6854: Amends criminal code enforcement provisions
• Ordinance 6855: Updates motorized foot scooter regulations
• Resolution 10530: Accepts $311,000 for Transportation Demand Management Program
• Resolution 10530: Authorizes $909,851.69 for 130th Ave NE Interim Park & Ride project
• Resolution 10531: Authorizes $400,000 for document digitization services

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a final review public hearing on the Neighborhood Area Plan for Newport and a study session on Critical Areas Ordinance amendments. The agenda also includes the election of officers and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Final Review Public Hearing on the Neighborhood Area Plan for Newport
• Study Session on Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) Land Use Code Amendments
• Election of Officers (25-508)
• Approval of June 25, 2025 Minutes (25-514)
• Oral Communications (30 minutes total)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will meet to approve routine items, including the write-off of uncollectable accounts and a contract for office equipment. The agenda also includes a study session on the Bellevue Grand Connection project and proposed changes to motorized foot scooter regulations.

• Resolution to write off $77,966.32 in uncollectable accounts
• Resolution authorizing a $814,495.76 contract with Pacific Office Automation
• Study session on Bellevue Grand Connection project updates
• Study session on proposed changes to motorized foot scooter regulations
• Report on Sustainable Bellevue 2026-2030 Plan

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board will discuss and potentially act on updates to the Sustainable Bellevue Plan, a renovation and refurbishment program, and hold elections for chair and vice-chair. The board will also receive a capital improvement project status report.

• Discussion on Sustainable Bellevue Plan update
• Renovation and Refurbishment Program presentation and discussion
• Chair and Vice-Chair elections
• Parks CIP Project Status Report in Director's Report

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider a consent calendar item authorizing a $500,000 contract with Sierra Transportation Technologies for video analytics and reporting at selected intersections as part of the Video Analytics Screening for Road Safety Audits project. A public hearing is scheduled to release a portion of a water easement at 3245 158th Avenue SE. The council will also discuss an update on the Energy Smart Eastside program and the financial outlook of the broader economy and Bellevue.

• Resolution authorizing $500,000 Technical Services Agreement with Sierra Transportation Technologies for video analytics at selected intersections (Consent Calendar)
• Resolution establishing a policy framework for city collaboration on technological innovation and digital equity (Consent Calendar)
• Ordinance extending the life of certain building and clearing/grading permits (Other Ordinances)
• Public hearing on releasing a portion of a water easement at 3245 158th Avenue SE (Public Hearing)
• Update to financial outlook of the broader economy and Bellevue (Study Session)

Environmental Services Commission

The Environmental Services Commission is conducting a site tour of Capital Investment Program projects, meeting at City Hall to receive a map and follow the commission van. No votes or formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of approving prior minutes, reviewing the commission calendar, and touring project sites.

• Site tour of Capital Investment Program projects (item 25-468)
• Tour map with directions distributed at City Hall (item 25-469)
• Review of commission calendar (item 25-470)
• Approval of June 5, 2025 meeting minutes (item 25-467)

Transportation Commission

The Commission will conduct a study session regarding the Transportation Facilities Plan. This includes reviewing revenue forecasts and a preliminary project list. The meeting also includes an update on a curb pricing study.

• Transportation Facilities Plan Update Revenue Forecast
• Transportation Facilities Plan Update Preliminary Project List
• Curb Pricing Study Update
• Election for Chair and Vice Chair

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will consider approving minutes from June 4, 2025, and discuss an artwork donation (American Dog), an update to the city's Economic Development Plan, and partner presentations. Commissioners will also hear project updates and written communications.

• 25-491 Artwork Donation - American Dog
• 25-492 Economic Development Plan Update
• 25-493 Partner Presentations
• 25-494 Project Updates
• 25-495 Written Communications

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold two final review public hearings regarding the Neighborhood Area Plan for Crossroads and the Downtown Center Redesignation. The meeting also includes a study session and approval of previous minutes.

• Final Review Public Hearing on Neighborhood Area Plan for Crossroads
• Final Review Public Hearing on Downtown Center Redesignation - Downtown Subarea Plan
• Study Session
• Approval of June 11, 2025 Planning Commission Minutes
• Oral Communications from the public

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue City Council meeting scheduled for July 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers (1E-126).

• Meeting cancelled
• Location: Council Chambers (1E-126)
• Date: July 8, 2025

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to approve minutes from June and receive presentations on the Bellevue Community Crisis Response Program and Bellevue Police Department initiatives. The meeting will be held in-person and virtually.

• Approval of draft minutes from June 2, 2025
• Presentation on Bellevue Community Crisis Response Program
• Presentation on Bellevue Police Department Programs and Initiatives
• Public comment period for up to 30 minutes
• Hybrid meeting held at 450 110th Avenue NE

The Human Services Commission convened in a hybrid format to review draft minutes and receive presentations on the Bellevue Community Crisis Response Program and Bellevue Police Department initiatives. No substantive decisions were recorded.

• Met in hybrid format (in-person and Zoom)
• Reviewed draft minutes from June 2, 2025
• Received presentation on Bellevue Community Crisis Response Program
• Received presentation on Bellevue Police Department Programs and Initiatives

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue has cancelled its regular council meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025. The meeting was to be held at the Council Chambers (1E-126) at 450 110th Avenue NE.

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items scheduled

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss updates to the Economic Development Plan and the Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan. The agenda also includes a public hearing and a study session on Critical Areas Ordinance amendments.

• Public Hearing
• Economic Development Plan Update
• Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update
• Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) Land Use Code Amendments
• Oral Communications (30 minutes)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider two ordinances implementing state laws to increase housing density and accessory dwelling units. The body will also approve routine agreements and payments, and hear a report on the community court.

• Ordinance 6851: Middle housing and accessory dwelling units
• Ordinance 6852: Middle housing and accessory dwelling units
• Resolution 10522: $1.44M contract with HNTB for I-405 project
• Resolution 10505: Wildland fire emergency agreement with WA DNR
• Resolution 10523: Shared homelessness outreach data system

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025, is canceled. The agenda included items such as the Sustainable Bellevue Plan Update and Chair and Vice-Chair elections.

• Meeting canceled
• Sustainable Bellevue Plan Update discussion
• Chair and Vice-Chair elections
• Parks CIP Project Status Report
• Approval of Draft Minutes

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a package of ordinances that rezone properties and update land use regulations for the Wilburton Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) area near N.E. 8th Street. The changes would create new mixed-use districts, support life science uses, and update noise and sign codes. The council will also award a $6.3 million contract for the 2025 Overlay Program street repairs.

• ORD 6846-6849: Four ordinances to rezone Wilburton TOD area, create mixed-use districts (UC, MU-H, MU-M, MUR-M), and update noise/sign codes
• Bid award for 2025 Overlay Program (road/pavement preservation) to Lakeside Industries for $6,345,443.40
• Resolution to appoint board members to the Cascade Water Alliance
• Labor agreement with firefighter battalion chiefs (IAFF Local 1604) for 2025-2027
• Five-year telecom lease renewal for AM radio facility at 2111 118th Ave SE in Mercer Slough Nature Park

Transportation Commission

The City of Bellevue Transportation Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2025, has been canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled; no actions or discussions occurred.

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and study session to review draft neighborhood area plans for the Crossroads and Newport neighborhoods, as well as an update to the Downtown Subarea Plan.

• Public Hearing on 25-437 Oral Communication
• Study Session: Great Neighborhoods Program (Crossroads and Newport Plans)
• Study Session: Downtown Center Redesignation Update
• Oral Communications (30 minutes total)
• Written Communications (25-436)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will meet to approve routine minutes and discuss proposed changes to land use codes that would increase housing density in residential areas.

• Approval of May 20, 2025 Council minutes
• Council appointments to Human Services, Planning, and Transportation Commissions
• Study session on House Bills 1110 and 1337 regarding housing regulations
• World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Proclamation
• Public comment period (30 minutes)

Environmental Services Commission

The Bellevue Environmental Services Commission will meet to approve minutes, review updates on the Sustainable Bellevue ESI Plan and Watershed Management Plan, and elect a new chair and vice chair. The meeting will be held in a hybrid format.

• Approval of May 1, 2025 minutes (25-422)
• Review of Sustainable Bellevue ESI Plan Update (25-423)
• Election of ESC Chair and Vice Chair (25-424)
• Review of Watershed Management Plan Update (25-425)
• Review of Commission Calendar (25-426)

Arts Commission

The Bellevue Arts Commission will review draft policies for the Great Neighborhood Program's Crossroads and Newport Neighborhood Area Plans. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes, partner presentations, and project updates. Oral communications are limited to 30 minutes with three-minute speaker slots.

• Draft policies for Crossroads and Newport Neighborhood Area Plans (Great Neighborhood Program)
• Approval of May 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Partner Presentations (no details specified)
• Project Updates (no details specified)
• Written Communication item

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider adopting a five-year transportation improvement plan and reducing speed limits on four corridors. The body will also review firearms procurement and a water easement release.

• RES 10514: Adopting the 2026-2031 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• ORD 6845: Reducing speed limits from 35 mph to 30 mph and 25 mph on four corridors
• RES 10517: Agreement with ProForce Law Enforcement for firearms not to exceed $437,742.24
• RES 10515: Public hearing for partial release of water easement at 3245 158th Ave SE
• ORD 6844: Ordinance relating to compost procurement

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to approve minutes from May 5 and discuss a panel presentation on LGBTQIA2S+ issues and an update to the Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan.

• Approval of draft minutes from May 5, 2025
• LGBTQIA2S+ Panel Presentation
• 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update: Phase II

The Bellevue Human Services Commission met on June 2, 2025, but the minutes provided contain only the agenda and procedural information. No motions, votes, or outcomes were recorded for any agenda items, including the LGBTQIA2S+ Panel Presentation and the Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding Critical Areas Ordinance Land Use Code Amendments. The commission will also discuss updating the Downtown Subarea Plan.

• Critical Areas Ordinance (CAO) Land Use Code Amendments (LUCA)
• Downtown Center Redesignation - Update the Downtown Subarea Plan

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, May 27, 2025, has been cancelled. The meeting was set to take place at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers (1E-126).

• Meeting cancelled
• No agenda items discussed

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board will review updates regarding the Eastgate Neighborhood Park. The meeting also includes discussions on the Great Neighborhoods: Crossroads and Newport Neighborhood Area Plan updates.

• Eastgate Neighborhood Park Update
• Great Neighborhoods: Crossroads and Newport Neighborhood Area Plan Updates
• Parks CIP Project Status Report

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will hold a study session to review a recommended rezone and Land Use Code amendment for the Wilburton Transit-Oriented Development area. The body will also discuss the Safe Speeds Bellevue program and consider several interlocal agreements.

• Recommended Land Use Code Amendment and Rezone for the Wilburton Transit-Oriented Development area
• Introduction to the Safe Speeds Bellevue program
• RES 10511: Interlocal agreement for WRIA 8 Salmon Recovery Council funding and planning
• RES 10512: Easement to Puget Sound Energy Inc. for Bellevue Fire Station 10 at 1225 112th Ave NE
• RES 10513: Interlocal agreement with Kirkland, Redmond, and NORCOM for iBase application

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss two proposed land use code amendments: the BelRed Look Forward LUCA and the Housing Opportunities in Mixed Use Areas (HOMA) LUCA. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and a public hearing.

• Public Hearing
• BelRed Look Forward Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA) - Introduction
• Housing Opportunities in Mixed Use Areas (HOMA) Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA)
• Approval of Minutes of April 9, 2025
• Oral Communications

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will hold a study session on a proposed land use code amendment to comply with state House Bills 1110 and 1337, which require expanded housing options and densities in residential areas. The council will also consider consent calendar items including contracts for the Yarrowood Condos service and saddle replacements ($977,719), urban core bike network design ($999,856), and additional grant funding for Factoria Boulevard storm improvements ($3.1 million). Other study session items include the Meydenbauer Bay Park community design process and the 2025-2026 federal legislative agenda. The meeting opens with proclamations for Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Older Americans Month, and Building Safety Month.

• Study session on land use code amendment for housing density per HB 1110 and HB 1337
• Motion to award $977,719 contract to Sascon, LLC for Yarrowood Condos service and saddle replacements
• Resolution for $999,856 professional services agreement with Fehr & Peers for Urban Core Bike Network Connections design
• Resolution to accept up to $3,100,000 additional grant from King County Flood Control District for Factoria Boulevard Storm Conveyance project
• Study session on Meydenbauer Bay Park Phase 2 community design process

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will receive a staff report on the Curb Pricing Study Update and hold study sessions on the Transportation Facilities Plan Update, Micromobility Code Amendment, and Mobility Implementation Plan Update. A public hearing is scheduled but no specific topic is listed. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and oral communications.

• Staff report on Curb Pricing Study Update
• Study session on Transportation Facilities Plan Update
• Study session on Micromobility Code Amendment
• Study session on Mobility Implementation Plan Update
• Public hearing (no details provided)

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will meet to hear partner presentations and receive updates on project grants. The meeting also includes a period for public oral communications.

• Partner presentations (Item 25-370)
• Project grant updates (Item 25-371)
• Project updates (Item 25-372)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider several resolutions including funding for the Amani Home Project and a ballot proposition for the Medic One/EMS levy. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of Councilmember Vishal Bhargava.

• Resolution for $1,305,798 in capital funds and $67,590 annual operations for the Amani Home Project
• Resolution supporting a countywide ballot proposition for the Medic One/EMS levy (2026-2031)
• Contract amendment with 4 Tomorrow for $712,500 to facilitate a Safe Parking Program
• Purchase of one new vacuum-excavator from Owen Equipment Company for up to $656,387.98
• Contract amendment with Innovative Data Acquisition, LLC (IDAX) for up to $101,000

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to approve minutes from previous meetings and receive a presentation on the Home Repair Program. The meeting will be held in-person and via Zoom.

• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2025
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2025
• Home Repair Program presentation and panel discussion
• Public oral and written communications
• Staff and commissioner reports

Environmental Services Commission

The Environmental Services Commission will hear a staff update on the Water System Plan (item 25-348). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, oral communications, and review of the commission calendar. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Water System Plan Update (item 25-348)

Transportation Commission

The Bellevue Transportation Commission will hold a public hearing on the Transportation Improvement Program and approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda also includes a study session on the Mobility Implementation Plan update.

• Public Hearing: Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 25-317
• Study Session: Mobility Implementation Plan Update 25-319
• Approval of Minutes: 2025-03-13 (25-320) and 2025-03-27 (25-321)
• Staff Report: Transportation Facilities Plan Update Schedule 25-316
• Upcoming Agenda Items Review 25-322

Arts Commission

The Bellevue Arts Commission is meeting to approve minutes from a February special meeting, hear partner presentations, and review commission bylaws, function, and guidance. The agenda also includes oral communications, project updates, and written communications.

• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2025 special meeting
• Partner presentations (item 25-342)
• Review of commission bylaws, function, and guidance (item 25-343)
• Project updates (item 25-344)
• Written communications (item 25-345)

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will meet to elect a vice chair and discuss a proposed schedule for future meetings. The agenda includes a public hearing and a study session focused on middle housing and critical areas ordinance amendments.

• Election of Vice Chair (25-323)
• Public Hearing
• Study Session: Middle Housing Land Use Code Amendment (HB 1110, HB 1337)
• Study Session: Critical Areas Ordinance Land Use Code Amendments (25-325)
• Planning Commission Meeting Schedule (25-324)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including a $1M+ water main replacement contract, an ordinance authorizing condemnation for the Enatai Drive Lakeline Access Project, an interlocal jail agreement with Issaquah, and four structural peer review contracts totaling $2.4M. Study session items include updates on the Ashwood Park Master Plan and the Great Neighborhoods Program comprehensive plan amendments for Crossroads and Newport area plans.

• Award of Bid No. 25014 to Fury Site Works, Inc. for Crossroads Condos Water Main Replacement at $1,063,578.87
• Ordinance 6843 authorizing condemnation and acquisition of property for the Enatai Drive Lakeline Access Project
• Resolution 10497 authorizing interlocal agreement with City of Issaquah for jail services
• Four professional services contracts for structural peer review (Degenkolb, Maffei, Nabih Youssef, Simpson Gumpertz) each up to $600,000
• Study session on Ashwood Park Master Plan Update and Parks & Community Services Board recommendation

Human Services Commission

The Human Services Commission will hold a special joint meeting with the Parks & Community Services Board. The agenda includes an overview of the City's Homelessness Outreach Program and an update on the Safe Parking Program.

• Overview of The City’s Homelessness Outreach Program (25-329)
• Update on Safe Parking Program (25-330)

The Human Services Commission and Parks & Community Services Board will hold a hybrid joint meeting on April 21, 2025, to discuss the Safe Parking Program and Homelessness Outreach Program. Public comment will not be taken at this meeting.

• Held joint meeting with Parks & Community Services Board
• Meeting scheduled for April 21, 2025
• Public comment not taken at the meeting

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board meeting scheduled for April 16, 2025, was canceled. A joint special meeting with the Human Services Commission is set for April 21, 2025.

• Parks & Community Services Board meeting canceled
• Joint special meeting scheduled for April 21, 2025
• Location: City Hall, Conference Room 1E-112

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will approve routine items including a $1 million grant for utility infrastructure and a $1.27 million contract for a City Hall master plan. The meeting also includes a public hearing on releasing a water easement and a study session on land use changes for the Wilburton area.

• Approve $1,000,000 grant for Terrapin Bellevue utility infrastructure
• Authorize $1,273,460 contract for City Hall Facility Master Plan
• Public hearing on releasing water easement at 11040 Main Street
• Discussion on City Council candidates for Position 1
• Study session on Wilburton Transit-Oriented Development land use code

Transportation Commission

The scheduled April 10, 2025 meeting of the City of Bellevue Transportation Commission has been canceled. No business was conducted.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Middle Housing Land Use Code Amendment. The meeting also includes a study session on the Great Neighborhoods Program update for Crossroads and Newport.

• Public Hearing: Middle Housing Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA) to implement HB 1110 and HB 1337
• Study Session: Great Neighborhoods Program update for Crossroads and Newport

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue City Council regular meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025 has been cancelled. No business will be conducted. The meeting notice serves only as a cancellation notification.

Environmental Services Commission

The Commission is holding a special meeting consisting of an Operations & Maintenance site tour. Members will also review the 2024 Financial Performance Management Brief.

• 2024 Financial Performance Management Brief
• Operations & Maintenance Site Tour

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will decide whether to accept, modify, or reject a petition to annex properties in the Cougar Mountain/Lakemont neighborhood. The consent calendar includes a $2.9 million contract for sidewalk improvements near South Bellevue Station and a $850,000 purchase of two street sweepers. Study session items cover the 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Plan update and Vision Zero program activities.

• Swearing in of newly-appointed Councilmember Claire Sumadiwirya
• Award of Bid No. 25013, South Bellevue Station Neighborhood Improvement Project to Kamins Construction, Inc. for $2,913,359.18
• Resolution to authorize purchase of two street sweepers from Owen Equipment Company for up to $850,177.48
• Study session on 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Plan Update and Quarterly Progress Report
• Study session on Vision Zero program activities in 2024 and 2025 planned actions

Transportation Commission

The Commission will hold a study session regarding several transportation updates. These include the Transportation Facilities Plan, the Mobility Implementation Plan, and an amendment to the Micromobility Code.

• 25-285 Transportation Facilities Plan Update
• 25-286 Micromobility Code Amendment
• 25-287 Mobility Implementation Plan Update

Planning Commission

The City of Bellevue Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 26, 2025 has been cancelled. No official decisions or discussions took place. Items originally on the agenda, including proposed Critical Areas Ordinance amendments and a Land Use Code Amendment for housing in mixed-use areas, were not addressed.

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several legislative items including land acquisitions for the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trail and various contract amendments. The agenda includes decisions on road projects, park stabilization, and affordable housing property transfers.

• ORD 6841: Land acquisition for Mountains to Sound Greenway Trail (142nd Place SE to 150th Avenue SE)
• ORD 6842: Open space acquisition and Lake Sammamish Neighborhood Park stabilization funds
• Bid No. 25010: $11,656,715.05 for the 150th Avenue SE Mobility Project
• RES 10490: $687,700 for exterior siding and roofing at Robinswood Tennis Center
• RES 10491: Property conveyance for Eastgate Permanent Supportive Housing

Parks & Community Services Board

The board will discuss two division overviews: the Bellevue Probation Division and the Parks Resource Management Division, each with a presentation and discussion. The Director's Report includes a Parks CIP Project Status Report. Other items are routine approvals and communications.

• Bellevue Probation Division Overview (25-267) – 20 min presentation, 20 min discussion
• Parks Resource Management Division Overview (25-268) – 30 min presentation, 20 min discussion
• Parks CIP Project Status Report (25-266) in Director's Report
• Approval of draft minutes from February 19, 2025 (25-265)
• Oral and written communications from the public

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct candidate interviews and evaluate qualifications for an appointment to elective office. The meeting also includes updates on the 2025 State Legislative Session and the Keep Bellevue Beautiful initiative.

• Candidate interviews for City Council Position 5
• Keep Bellevue Beautiful update
• 2025 State Legislative Session update
• Intergovernmental Affairs monthly update
• Executive session to evaluate candidates for appointment to elective office

Transportation Commission

The Commission will receive updates regarding the Curb Pricing Study community engagement and the Mobility Implementation Plan. The meeting also includes a public hearing and review of previous minutes.

• 25-247 Curb Pricing Study Community Engagement Update
• 25-248 Mobility Implementation Plan Update
• Approval of 2025-02-13 Minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a study session on two proposed Land Use Code Amendments (LUCAs): one to implement state laws HB 1110 and HB 1337 for middle housing, and another for the Wilburton Vision Implementation. No public hearings are scheduled; the meeting includes routine items like agenda approval and oral communications.

• 25-244: Study session on Proposed Middle Housing LUCA to implement HB 1110 and HB 1337
• 25-245: Study session on Wilburton Vision Implementation LUCA
• 25-241: Staff report on Planning Commission meeting schedule
• Oral communications sign-up available from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on meeting day

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider awarding several contracts, including a sediment removal service and grants for digitizing records. The meeting also includes a study session on the Grand Connection Crossing over I-405 and a discussion on reducing public disorder crimes.

• Award contract for NPDES sediment removal up to $2,000,000
• Accept grant funding up to $579,642.50 for digitizing permit records
• Authorize accessibility improvements at Robinswood House for $520,000
• Discuss selection process for City Council candidates
• Study session on Grand Connection Crossing over I-405

Environmental Services Commission

The Bellevue Environmental Services Commission will meet to discuss updates to the Environmental Stewardship Plan and the 2025 Draft Stormwater Management Program Plan. The meeting will include a public hearing on the stormwater plan and allow for public comment.

• Public hearing on 2025 Draft Stormwater Management Program Plan
• Discussion of Environmental Stewardship Plan Update
• Approval of January 9, 2025 Commission minutes
• Oral and written public communications
• Review of Commission calendar

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider consent calendar items including an ordinance amending design review chapters of the Land Use Code, resolutions authorizing heat pump rebate contracts totaling $1,153,000 each with Gensco and Airefco, a public hearing on releasing a water easement at 11040 Main Street, and an $850,000 lawsuit settlement. Study session items include updates on a new city park at Main Street and the Safe Parking Program's performance and next steps.

• ORD 6839 – Ordinance amending design review chapters 20.10, 20.20, 20.35, 20.40 and multiple parts of the Land Use Code
• RES 10481 – Contract with Gensco to administer up to $1,153,000 in heat pump rebates for Energy Smart Eastside
• RES 10482 – Contract with Airefco to administer up to $1,153,000 in heat pump rebates for Energy Smart Eastside
• RES 10480 – Public hearing on releasing water easement at 11040 Main Street declared surplus
• RES 10483 – Settlement of Ruljancich v. City of Bellevue lawsuit for $850,000

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and discuss youth disabilities and fair housing. The meeting will be held in-person and virtually.

• Approval of minutes from February 3, 2025
• Panel Conversation: Youth Disabilities and Service Gaps
• Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing

The Human Services Commission met on March 3, 2025, but the minutes record only agenda items and no decisions. The agenda included approval of previous minutes, a panel conversation on youth disabilities and service gaps, and an analysis of impediments to fair housing. No votes or outcomes are documented.

• Approval of February 3, 2025 minutes – outcome not recorded
• Panel conversation on youth disabilities and service gaps – no decision
• Analysis of impediments to fair housing – no decision

Arts Commission

The Bellevue Arts Commission will meet to approve minutes, discuss updates to Eastrail arts principles, and consider an artist selection for the Grand Connection Crossing. The meeting also includes a proposal to accept a donation of the artwork 'Builders III' by Jacob Lawrence.

• Approval of January 8, 2025 Special Meeting minutes
• Discussion of Eastrail Arts Principles Update
• Grand Connection Crossing: Artist Selection
• Proposal to accept donation of 'Builders III' by Jacob Lawrence
• Project Updates report

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Wilburton Vision Implementation Land Use Code Amendment. A study session is scheduled to discuss expanding housing opportunities in mixed-use areas.

• Public Hearing: Wilburton Vision Implementation Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA)
• Study Session: Land Use Code Amendment to expand housing opportunities in mixed-use areas

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider a consent calendar of routine items including the approval of $647,600 for Coal Creek Parkway safety improvements and the award of a $1.38 million contract for a new Park Operations Facility. The meeting will also include the initiation of two land use code amendments and the authorization of additional funding for two affordable housing projects.

• Award $647,600 to Always Active Services for Coal Creek Parkway safety improvements
• Authorize $1.38M contract with ARC Architects for Park Operations Facility
• Authorize $550,000 grant funds for 72 EV charging ports at City facilities
• Reduce speed limit on Coal Creek Parkway SE from 40 mph to 35 mph
• Initiate updates to Critical Areas Ordinance and BelRed Land Use Code

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board will discuss and potentially take action on the Ashwood Park Master Plan update, with a 25-minute presentation and 40-minute discussion. The Board will also receive a status report on Parks Capital Improvement Program projects and consider approval of the January 15, 2025 meeting minutes. Oral and written communications from the public are accepted.

• Discussion/Action Item: Ashwood Park Master Plan Update (approx. 25 min presentation / 40 min discussion)
• Director's Report: Parks CIP Project Status Report (item 25-207)
• Approval of draft minutes from January 15, 2025 meeting (item 25-206)
• Oral and Written Communications period for public input
• City Council Communication and Board Communication segments

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council regular meeting scheduled for February 18, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will conduct study sessions to review updates to three key city planning documents. These include the Transportation Improvement Program, the Transportation Facilities Plan, and the Mobility Implementation Plan.

• Study session on 25-193 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) 2025 Update
• Study session on 25-194 Transportation Facilities Plan Update
• Study session on 25-195 Mobility Implementation Plan Update

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a middle housing land use code amendment and a study session on the 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy. The meeting will also include approval of prior minutes and oral communications.

• Public Hearing: Middle Housing Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA)
• Study Session: 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy Update
• Approval of Minutes for January 8 and January 22, 2025
• Oral Communications (30 minutes total)
• Planning Commission Meeting Schedule Report

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will vote on ordinances to revise water and sewer service charges, approve a five-year contract for automated traffic cameras, and authorize engineering contracts for local road projects. The meeting also includes a study session on King County transit and public hearings.

• Ordinance 6832: Revised sewerage service charges
• Ordinance 6833: Revised water service charges
• RES 10468: Automated traffic camera contract with Verra Mobility
• RES 10469: $935,000 Complete Streets Project contract with HDR, Inc.
• RES 10470: $3.5M federal grant for NE Spring Boulevard Project

Environmental Services Commission

The City of Bellevue Environmental Services Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 6, 2025, has been canceled and will be adjourned to March 6, 2025. No decisions or discussions will occur at this meeting. The agenda included an Environmental Stewardship Plan Update and a public hearing on the 2025 Draft Stormwater Management Program Plan, both postponed.

• Meeting canceled; rescheduled to March 6, 2025
• Environmental Stewardship Plan Update (item 25-177) postponed
• 2025 Draft Stormwater Management Program Plan public hearing (item 25-178) postponed

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider awarding a contract for the Bogline Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation project and increasing the construction contract for the 130th Avenue NE - Bel-Red Road to NE 20th Street Project.

• Award Bogline Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract to Laser Underground & Earthworks, Inc. (max $2,143,900)
• Increase Goodfellow Brothers, Inc. contract for 130th Avenue NE - Bel-Red Road to NE 20th Street Project by $2,242,569.06
• Consider design code amendments in response to state law House Bill 1293
• Review 2024 Crime Statistics and Trends
• Update on Innovation Forum progress

Human Services Commission

The Bellevue Human Services Commission will meet to approve minutes from the January 6 meeting and discuss a panel on addiction trends and a 2025 affordable housing strategy update.

• Approval of minutes from January 6, 2025
• Panel Conversation: Trends and Challenges in Addiction
• 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy Update

The commission conducted a panel conversation regarding trends and challenges in addiction. The meeting also included an update on the 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy.

• Held panel conversation: Trends and Challenges in Addiction
• Received 2025 Affordable Housing Strategy Update

City Council Special Meeting

The Bellevue City Council is meeting for a two-day annual retreat at the Silver Cloud Hotel Tacoma at Point Ruston. The agenda includes reviewing 2024 accomplishments, discussing future projects, and reviewing council travel guidelines.

• Annual retreat scheduled for Jan 30-31, 2025
• Review of 2024 Accomplishments
• Discussion of future projects and plans
• Overview of financial strategy work
• Council travel guidelines review

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will meet to approve routine contracts for street and utility repairs, including a project on NE 8th Street, and will discuss housing funding allocations.

• Award NE 8th Street and I-405 Crossing Improvements contract for $2,369,503.60
• Award 2024 Utilities On-Call Asphalt and Concrete Repair contract for up to $3,254,623.50
• Approve payroll and claims payments for December 2024
• Review Fall 2024 Housing Trust Fund Allocation Recommendations
• Discuss Housing Stability Program Affordable and Supportive Housing Funding Allocation

Transportation Commission

The Transportation Commission will hold study sessions on updates to the Transportation Facilities Plan and the Mobility Implementation Plan. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting focuses on discussion and review of the commission calendar. Public comment is limited to oral communications.

• Study session on Transportation Facilities Plan Update (25-151)
• Study session on Mobility Implementation Plan Update (25-152)
• Review of commission calendar (25-153)
• Public comment period limited to 3 minutes per person, sign-up available from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on meeting day

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will meet to discuss a public hearing on an Objective Design Land Use Code Amendment and a study session on Wilburton Vision Implementation. The meeting will also include reports and oral communications.

• Public Hearing: Objective Design Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA) to implement House Bill 1293
• Study Session: Wilburton Vision Implementation Land Use Code Amendment (LUCA): Inclusive TOD
• Approval of Agenda and Minutes
• Reports of City Council, Boards and Commissions
• Oral Communications

City Council Regular Meeting

The City of Bellevue has cancelled its regular City Council meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025. The meeting was to be held at Council Chambers (1E-126).

• Meeting cancelled
• Council Chambers (1E-126) venue cancelled

Parks & Community Services Board

The Parks & Community Services Board will meet to review project status and discuss the Grand Connection Crossing and Meydenbauer Bay Park Phase 2. The meeting will also include a report on Fourth Quarter 2024 activities.

• Grand Connection Crossing presentation and discussion
• Meydenbauer Bay Park Phase 2 update
• Fourth Quarter 2024 report to City Council
• Approval of draft minutes from November 20, 2024
• Parks CIP Project Status Report

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will vote on an ordinance to acquire land for the 150th Avenue SE/SE 37th Street/I-90 eastbound off-ramp project. They will also receive updates from the Bellevue School District, discuss the 2025 state legislative session, and consider redesignating Downtown as a Regional Growth Center. The meeting includes proclamations for MLK Jr. Day, Human Trafficking Awareness Month, and Korean American Day.

• ORD 6830: Ordinance authorizing land acquisition for the 150th Avenue SE/SE 37th Street/I-90 EB off-ramp project (CIP Plan No. PW-R-212)
• Study Session: Bellevue School District update
• Study Session: 2025 State Legislative Session kick-off
• Study Session: Downtown Center Redesignation to update the Downtown Subarea Plan for Regional Growth Center status
• Proclamations: MLK Jr. Day, National Human Trafficking Awareness Month, Korean American Day

Environmental Services Commission

The Environmental Services Commission will discuss the Utilities Adopted 2025-2026 Operating Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Investment Plan, and receive a report on the utilities emergency response to the November 2024 bomb cyclone. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and review of the commission calendar.

• 25-125: Utilities Adopted 2025-2026 Operating Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Investment Plan Highlights
• 25-126: Utilities Emergency Response - November 2024 Bomb Cyclone
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2024 and December 5, 2024

Transportation Commission

The Bellevue Transportation Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to discuss updates to the Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan and a Pedestrian Level of Traffic Stress MIP update. The body will also approve minutes and hear public comments.

• Public Hearing and Study Session on 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update
• Public Hearing and Study Session on MIP Update Pedestrian Level of Traffic Stress
• Approval of 2024-12-12 Transportation Commission Minutes
• Oral and Written Communications for public comment
• Hybrid meeting held in Room 1E-113 and online

Arts Commission

The Bellevue Arts Commission will approve the agenda and minutes from the December 4, 2024 meeting. The body will also discuss the 2025 work plan and review the final design for the Crossroads Park public art project.

• Approval of December 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review Crossroads Park Public Art Final Design
• Discussion of 2025 Work Plan
• Project Updates report
• Written Communications

Planning Commission

The Bellevue Planning Commission will hold a study session on the Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update for 2026-2030. They will also discuss a continuous improvement survey for the commission. The meeting includes oral communications and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Study session on Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update (2026-2030)
• Study session on Planning Commission Survey Discussion (Continuous Improvement)
• Approval of minutes from November 13 and December 11, 2024
• Staff report on Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
• Oral communications period open to public (sign-up required)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Bellevue City Council will consider a consent calendar of routine items, including resolutions to authorize farm leases in the Lake Hills Greenbelt and a grant for flood control. The meeting also includes a study session on state-mandated land use code amendments.

• Resolution authorizing $1,182,745 contract with Interloc Solutions for Maximo system upgrade
• Resolution authorizing $1,100,000 grant from King County for Upper Kelsey Creek culvert replacement
• Resolution authorizing farm leases with 3rd Space LLC and Cha New Life for Lake Hills Greenbelt
• Study session on state law HB 1042 regarding building redevelopment into residential use
• Resolution authorizing farm lease with Va Cha Garden for Lake Hills Greenbelt

Human Services Commission

The Commission will elect officers and receive an update on the 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan. The meeting also includes a panel conversation regarding childcare service trends and provider challenges.

• Election of Officers (25-109)
• 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update (25-110)
• Panel Conversation: Childcare Service Trends and Provider Challenges (25-111)

The Human Services Commission met to approve previous minutes and elect officers for the year. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved draft minutes from December 2, 2024
• Elected officers for 2025
• Discussed 2026-2030 Sustainable Bellevue Environmental Stewardship Plan Update
• Held Panel Conversation on Childcare Service Trends