• Earth Week 2025 Events

    Join the more than 1 billion people worldwide who celebrate Earth Day each year! Below is a list of family-friendly activities offered by the City of Bellingham in celebration of our planet. Earth Day is Tuesday, April 22.

  • Tourism Commission Meeting

    Tourism Commission Meeting

    The Bellingham Tourism Commission makes recommendations to the City for allocations to local organizations as part of the Tourism Promotion grant program. Participation Options Meetings can be attended either in-person (see agenda for specific locations as it changes monthly) or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 926 3348 0860  / Password: 9) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/92633480860. Registration is not required ... Read more

  • Water Resources Advisory Board (WRAB) Meeting

    *CANCELLED* Water Resources Advisory Board (WRAB) Meeting

    The purpose of the Water Resources Advisory Board (WRAB) is to help inform and guide the City’s planning and policy regarding the protection and management of water resources, including municipal water, sewer, surface and stormwater systems, controls, rates, and drinking water source protection. WRAB meetings are typically held on the 4th Tuesday of the month ... Read more

  • Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

    *CANCELLED* Historic Preservation Commission Meeting

    The Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is responsible for identifying and actively encouraging the conservation of the City of Bellingham’s historic resources. Participation Options Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 896 4533 4198  / Password: 9) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/94088919905. Registration is not required to attend this meeting. ... Read more

  • Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Lake Padden Open Space – April 2025

    Lake Padden Open Space 1950 Governor Rd, Bellingham, Washington, United States

    Help us care for this impressive, forested area by removing invasive plants and spreading mulch! All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Additional information will be emailed to registered participants. ... Read more

  • City Council Meetings

    City Council Meetings

    City Council Chambers 210 Lottie Street, Bellingham, WA, United States

    Evening meetings of the full Council start at 7:00 PM unless otherwise announced; Daytime Committee meeting schedule is released the Wednesday before the meeting date. More information, including opportunities for viewing meetings and public participation, can be found at meetings.cob.org five days prior to the meeting.​

  • Planning Commission

    Planning Commission Meeting

    The Planning Commission is responsible for providing the City Council with recommendations regarding adoption or amendment to the City’s comprehensive plan, neighborhood plans, urban village plans, zoning and other development regulations. The Commission also advises the Planning Director on some site specific development projects that raise substantial planning issues. Meeting: The Commission typically meets on ... Read more

  • Greenways Advisory Committee

    Greenways Advisory Committee

    Pacific Street Operations Center - Room 114 2221 Pacific Street, Bellingham, WA, United States

    Location: In Person at Pacific Street Operations Center - Room 114 (Entrance on Carolina St.) Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Your Personal Meeting Link: https://cob.zoom.us/j/81332943587?pwd=BpqJAmCLEfvy1GESkGrhvcAz6sfsr9.1 Meeting ID: 813 3294 3587 Password: 201547 Or join by phone:                 Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): ... Read more

  • Open Roller Skate – Spring 2025

    Open Roller Skate – Spring 2025

    Depot Market Square 1100 Railroad Ave, Bellingham, Washington

    Throw on your roller skates or roller blades and free skate with us! Bring your own skates; helmets and pads (elbow, knee, and wrist) recommended. All ages welcome, if under 18 please be accompanied by an adult.

    Free
  • Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Big Rock Garden Park – May 2025

    Big Rock Garden Park 2900 Sylvan Street, Bellingham, Washington, United States

    Join us and the Friends of Big Rock Garden Park for some spring cleanup on National Garden Meditation Day! We will be cleaning sculptures, removing invasive plants, mulching, and more. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress ... Read more