Bellevue seeks an artist to symbolize its diversity commitment, offering a $4,000 stipend to create promotional artwork as part of its Diversity Advantage Plan update. The artwork will also be displayed at City Hall.

Snohomish County seeks experts to review and address fair housing barriers with a June 18 deadline for proposals, excluding Everett; details available on their website.

Bellevue is hosting a Cultural Conversations event to discuss economic empowerment with local businesswomen sharing their experiences on May 20. Registration is available on Eventbrite.

Bellevue Essentials invites residents to join its civic engagement class to learn about city government, with classes starting Sept. 11. Information sessions are upcoming, and applications close July 21.

Seattle Councilmember Tammy J. Morales calls for a delay on the vote for Seattle Police Guild contract to allow for more community input, citing concerns over transparency and police accountability.

Bellevue's new Bridle Trails Valley Creek Park opened with play areas and amenities like a picnic shelter and paths, adjacent to a city-owned wetland.

Pierce County deputies and a private rail company cleared a Midland homeless camp, removing 20,000 pounds of waste and issuing trespass notices. Two kittens found during the cleanup were taken to the Humane Society.

Kirkland City Council approved zoning and code changes, discussed public transit, recognized community training, and acknowledged several heritage months. They also reviewed a homelessness resolution and future Council operations.

Bellevue plans 35 free cultural events to promote diversity with local organizations leading activities aimed at fostering understanding among its population.

The Seattle City Council is considering revising its gig driver minimum wage law from $26.40 to $19.97 per hour, amid debates about its impact on drivers and fees.

Bellevue City Council aims to create or preserve 5,700 affordable housing units, while also addressing future sewer rate increases, and honors AANHPI Heritage Month and International Firefighters’ Day.

The City of Seattle awards $545,000 to 18 groups to support digital equity, targeting low-income families and seniors, with additional funds from Comcast.

Snohomish County invests $1.4 million to combat senior loneliness and hunger, launching programs to connect older residents with community and food resources, and declaring May 2024 Older Americans Month.