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Council Approves Amendment on Updated Mattel Licensing Terms for Indoor Water Park
The Bellevue City Council approved an amendment to the Mattel sublicensing agreement connected to the Bellevue Indoor Water Park project. City officials say the amendment updates contractual language to ensure compliance with federal tax requirements tied to the city’s bond obligations, specifically maintaining the tax-exempt status of financial instruments under Internal Revenue Service rules. The…
From the Back Room to the Bookshelf: Behind the Scenes at the Bellevue Public Library
Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes in the Bellevue Public Library? Patrons look forward to reading new releases by their favorite authors like John Grisham, James Patterson, Danielle Steel, and others, but there is a process to follow before you can get your hands on those brand-new books. Materials are selected…
Bellevue City Council Advances Parks, Infrastructure, and Entertainment District Projects
The Bellevue City Council approved a series of major infrastructure, parks, and development-related actions at its most recent meeting, authorizing more than $4 million in combined projects and agreements aimed at improving public spaces, utilities, and long-term economic development. Two City Parks to Receive Major Playground Upgrades Council approved contracts with BCI Burke/Creative Sites for…
Sarpy County Kicks Off Renovation of New 911 Center
The Sarpy County 911 center will have a new home next year. The county is renovating a building on its main campus in Papillion to better serve dispatchers, public safety agencies and the public. The renovation project kicked off Friday, Jan. 30, with a wall-breaking ceremony, signifying the start of demo and construction. “Our 911 dispatchers are the bridge between the people who live in Sarpy County and our dedicated first responders,” Sarpy County Commissioner…
Expanded Parking Lot Reopens on Sarpy Campus Following Demo of Old Jail
The courthouse parking lot on Sarpy County’s main campus at 84th Street and Highway 370 has reopened following a construction project that demolished the old jail and expanded parking. Work began in April that included demolishing the old jail. With the building cleared, crews resurfaced the lot on the west side of campus to add…
Faster, Easier Borrowing: How Self-Checkout Works at the Bellevue Public Library
A Personal Identification Number (PIN) plays an important role in keeping your library account safe. With a PIN, you can access a range of online resources at the Bellevue Public Library, such as our public computer lab, catalog, and digital leisure passes. You can also use self-checkout, which makes checking out library material convenient and…
Bellevue Reflects on a Year of Expansion, Investment, and Community Pride
A 2025 Review by City of Bellevue Leaders 2025 was a busy and exciting year in the City of Bellevue—one marked by new opportunities, strong community connections, and the launch of transformative projects that will shape the city’s future for generations to come. It was also a year of growth, as Bellevue welcomed several new…
City of Bellevue Authorities Seek Public’s Assistance Locating Missing Person
The City of Bellevue, along with the Bellevue Police Department, Bellevue Fire Department, and the Sarpy County Sheriff’s Office, is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 72-year-old Roger Hildebrandt of Omaha. Mr. Hildebrandt left his residence on Monday, December 22, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., and did not return. On Tuesday, a family member located…
Bellevue Library Foundation Kicks Off Matching Fund Drive as December Events Roll On
Several special activities are planned for December at the Bellevue Public Library, including fundraisers, holiday programs, a food drive, and a holiday lights collection. The Bellevue Library Foundation (BLF) is participating in the 2025 Midlands Community Foundation (MCF) Matching Charitable Program that began on Dec. 2. This is the major fundraising activity for the Library…
City of Bellevue to Finalize Agreement Allowing Mattel-Branded Attractions at Waterpark
BELLEVUE, Neb. — The City of Bellevue is preparing to enter a sublicensing agreement that will bring world-famous Mattel brands to the Bellevue Bay Indoor Waterpark, a major entertainment project now under development in the city’s Good Life District. Mayor Rusty Hike is scheduled to sign the agreement during the Bellevue City Council meeting on…