Come check out the big trucks and equipment that keep your streets, storm drains, sewer, and water lines running smoothly. Activities include crafts, a scavenger hunt, and more! The event is FREE, all ages welcome. Stop by anytime between 1-3 p.m. Location This event is located outside in between Bellingham City Hall and the Bellingham Public ... Read more
Most City of Bellingham services are closed for City holidays. For a complete list of holidays, closures and information about emergency and after-hours services, please visit our Holidays and Closures page.
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
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
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
The WHAT-COMM Administrative Board meeting will be conducted in a hybrid setting. The public may attend in person or via remote access. See the WHAT-COMM Administrative Board page for more information and meeting materials. The public may attend online via the Zoom meeting link button Or in person at the meeting location:625 Halleck St, BellinghamThe ... Read more
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
This hidden park in the York neighborhood needs some love! Join the City and the York Neighborhood Association in removing Himalayan Blackberry and sprucing up the Butterfly Garden. 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 ... Read more
The Bellingham City Council is weighing two proposed ordinances that define which rental fees are permitted, limit amounts for some rental fees, and promote fee transparency. Work on these ordinances has been ongoing since fall of 2024 and has included a public engagement process. An executive summary and full report of this public engagement work ... Read more
The Design Review Board (DRB) advises the Planning and Community Development Director and Staff on proposed development projects. Participation Options Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 933 8224 5585 / Password: 9). Meeting Materials Visit meetings.cob.org to view meeting agendas and supporting materials, which ... Read more
