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Registration Opens for Bellevue Library’s First-Ever Quilt Retreat
The Bellevue Public Library will host its first-ever Quilt Retreat Aug. 28–30, offering quilting enthusiasts a full weekend of creativity, learning, and community connection. Registration for the free event opened July 13. A quilt retreat is an opportunity for quilters to step away from daily distractions and spend dedicated time working on projects alongside others…
City Council Approves Amphitheater Design Contract for American Heroes Park
The Bellevue City Council has approved a nearly $285,000 architectural and engineering contract to begin designing a new outdoor amphitheater at American Heroes Park, marking the next step in a project city leaders hope will become a centerpiece for community events and entertainment. The council unanimously approved an agreement authorizing Mayor Rusty Hike to sign…
New Restrooms Planned as American Heroes Park Continues to Grow
The Bellevue City Council took another step toward expanding amenities at American Heroes Park Tuesday night, approving a $110,340 design contract with Holland Basham Architects for new permanent restroom facilities. The contract authorizes the Omaha architectural firm to prepare plans for the new restrooms, which will support the park’s growing use for recreation, community events,…
Bellevue City Council to Consider Ban on Off-Road Vehicles on Public Property
BELLEVUE, Neb. — Riding dirt bikes, ATVs, mini-bikes, go-carts and similar off-road vehicles on Bellevue streets, sidewalks, trails and parks could soon become illegal under a new ordinance scheduled for consideration by the Bellevue City Council on July 7. If approved, Ordinance No. 4220 would create a new section of the Bellevue Municipal Code prohibiting…
Bellevue Chamber, City Partner to Install First Aid Supply Stands in Five Parks
Visitors to five Bellevue parks could soon have access to free basic first aid supplies under a new partnership between the City of Bellevue and the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce & Community. At its July 7 meeting, the Bellevue City Council is scheduled to consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Bellevue Chamber…
Bellevue Approves Highway 370 Traffic Signal Retiming Project
The Bellevue City Council approved an agreement Tuesday with Felsburg Holt & Ullevig (FHU) for engineering services to retime traffic signals along Highway 370 between 48th Street and Arboretum Drive. The agreement authorizes up to $88,250 in engineering services aimed at improving traffic flow along one of Bellevue’s busiest east-west corridors while also helping the…
Read Between Realms This Summer at the Bellevue Library
By Crystal Anderson, Teen Services Librarian June 1-July 31: Come to special events, join awesome clubs and contests, grab activity kits, and more—whether you’re into books, art, or just hanging out, there’s something for everyone. Read, create, and explore with the Bellevue Public Library all summer long! Going into grades 7-12? Or did you just…
Bellevue City Council to Consider Camera System for American Heroes Park
The Bellevue City Council will consider approving the purchase and installation of a new surveillance camera system at American Heroes Park during its Tuesday, June 2 meeting. City officials are recommending approval of a contract with Atronic Alarms for a surveillance system costing approximately $45,000. According to agenda documents submitted by Bellevue Police Captain Tim…
Olde Towne Streetscape Work Set to Start in June
After years of planning, design revisions and coordination with utility providers, Bellevue’s long-awaited Olde Towne Streetscape Project is finally moving into the construction phase. According to Bellevue City Administrator Jim Ristow, work by Metropolitan Utilities District is scheduled to begin at the intersection of Warren Street and Mission Avenue on June 8. Construction by the…
Have a Legendary Summer with Your Family at Bellevue Public Library
Are you ready to make this summer one of epic adventure? The best place to start is the Bellevue Public Library! The Youth Services Department is working hard to ensure this summer is bursting with exploration, creativity, and, of course, reading! This year’s Summer Library Program, “Mythical Creatures and Legends,” has something for everyone in…