In celebration of National Public Works Week, join us to learn more about how we treat our wastewater at the Post Point Wastewater Treatment Plant. Tours last approximately 1 1/2 hours. Please pre-register by emailing askpw@cob.org. Space is limited. Staff will follow up to confirm your attendance and provide necessary waivers, directions, and safety information.
Location: Structures Brewing - 601 W Holly St Join us for a community event to discuss downtown Bellingham! Want to learn about the City's initiatives and priorities in the downtown area, or have questions about our work? Join Mayor Kim Lund and her leadership team at the Downtown Bellingham Partnership's spring neighborhood meeting! 📅 Wednesday, May 20🕕 Program 6–7 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. 📍 Structures Brewing - Old ... Read more
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
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
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 The Commission typically meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Mayor’s Boardroom, located on the 2nd floor of Bellingham City Hall. Please note elevator access to the second floor is available at City ... Read more
The Bellingham Tourism Commission makes recommendations to the City for allocations to local organizations as part of the Tourism Promotion grant program. Participation Options The Commission typically meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Mayor’s Boardroom, located on the 2nd floor of Bellingham City Hall. Please note elevator access to the second floor is available at City ... 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/89645334198 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
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