Join us, WWU E.R.C., & WWU L.E.A.D. to kick off the Arboretum Day 2026 celebration by removing invasive species at a trail entrance near the southern entrance of the Sehome Arb at Western Washington University. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and ... Read more
City Council Regular Meetings start at 7 p.m. unless otherwise announced. The schedules for daytime Committee meetings are posted at meetings.cob.org one week before the meeting date. You can find more information, including opportunities for viewing meetings and participating in meetings, at meetings.cob.org.
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
The Bellingham Arts Commission serves as advisors and advocates for the enhancement and integration of the arts in the community. Participation Options The Commission typically meets on the first 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 Lake Whatcom Joint Policy Group is meeting Wednesday, June 3 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. This is a hybrid meeting with an in-person option at the Pacific Street Operations Center and a remote option on Zoom (click this Link). Meeting materials are available on the Lake Whatcom Policy Group Meeting Materials webpage. The Lake Whatcom ... 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
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
Join us and our NSEA friends as we remove invasive species and spread mulch along this cherished trail near Padden Creek. 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 ... 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: 978 7494 8447 / Password: 9) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/94088919905. Registration is not required to attend this meeting. ... Read more
The Transportation Commission is expected to help shape the future of Bellingham by taking a long-range, strategic look at transportation issues and providing recommendations on policy choices and investment priorities. Transportation Commission meetings are typically held on the 2nd Tuesdays of the month at 6 p.m. in a hybrid format. Meetings take place in person ... Read more
The City of Bellingham is introducing a new way to view PDFs on our website. Many documents now include an accessible, mobile-friendly version that is easier to read and navigate.
