Events for May 2023
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*CANCELED* Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting
*CANCELED* Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting
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). Registration via www.cob.org/drb is required to attend the meeting via Zoom or ... Read more
Bellingham Arts Commission (BAC) Meeting
Bellingham Arts Commission (BAC) Meeting
The Bellingham Arts Commission serves as advisors and advocates for the enhancement and integration of the arts in the community. Participation Options Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 915 1955 3016 / Password: 9). Registration via www.cob.org/bac is required to attend the meeting via Zoom or ... Read more
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*CANCELLED* Planning Commission Meeting
*CANCELLED* Planning Commission Meeting
At this time, all Planning Commission meetings are being held virtually via Zoom Webinars. The meetings are streamed live via the City’s website at meetings.cob.org and on the City’s YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/user/cityofbhamwa), or can be viewed on Comcast channel 10 (HD – channel 321). Registration via www.cob.org/pc is required to attend the meeting via Zoom ... Read more
Greenways Advisory Committee
Greenways Advisory Committee
Location: In Person at City Hall - Mayor's Board Room or Remote Meeting Option Below Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Your Personal Meeting Link: https://cob.zoom.us/s/94589588482?pwd=bWtSVGlzcHFDVHlrY1Z2RU5XMjR2UT09 Meeting ID: 945 8958 8482 Password: 558849 Or join by phone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): ... Read more
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Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Happy Valley Park with NSEA
Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Happy Valley Park with NSEA
The salmon in Connelly Creek, which runs through this lovely neighborhood park, need some help from our friends at NSEA, who will be joining us to help with improving habitat by removing invasives and planting native plants! All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and ... Read more
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2 events,
City Council Meetings
City Council Meetings
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.
2 events,
*CANCELED* Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
*CANCELED* Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
The Historic Preservation Commission 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: 975 7464 8447 / Password: 9) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/97574648447. No registration is required to attend this meeting. Meeting ... Read more
Transportation Commission Meeting
Transportation Commission Meeting
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 in ... Read more
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Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
Location: In Person at City Hall - Mayor's Board Room or Remote Meeting Option Below Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, or Android device: Your Personal Meeting Link: https://cob.zoom.us/s/99623052639?pwd=M1RlWENpc0ZGaWlnTENJNHJLVWhYdz09 Meeting ID: 996 2305 2639Password: 914391 Or join by phone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): +1 253 ... Read more
*CANCELED* Civil Service Commission Meeting
*CANCELED* Civil Service Commission Meeting
Civil Service Commission meetings are held in Council Chambers at City Hall. Those unable to attend in person may register to attend remotely at the Webinar Registration Page.The Civil Service Commission provides for the classification of over 500 civil service employees and for open and competitive examinations at both entry and promotional levels. The Commission may ... Read more
*SPECIAL MEETING* Tourism Commission Meeting
*SPECIAL 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: 891 3398 3723 / Password: 9). No registration needed for this meeting. ... Read more
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Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) Meeting
Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) Meeting
As a precaution, all City of Bellingham in-person meetings have been suspended. At this time, all Community Development Advisory Board meetings are being held virtually via Zoom Webinars. Options for joining this meeting are as follows: Meeting ID: 986 9045 9994 Password: 21 No registration is required to attend this meeting via https://cob.zoom.us/j/98690459994. Alternatively, ... Read more
*CANCELED* Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) Meeting
*CANCELED* Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) Meeting
The Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB) mainly advises the Mayor and City Council on a variety of policies, plans and projects. Participation Options Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: 986 9045 9994 / Password: 21) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/98690459994?. No registration is required to attend this meeting. ... Read more
1 event,
Immigration Advisory Board Special Meeting
Immigration Advisory Board Special Meeting
The Immigration Advisory Board will hold a special planning retreat on May 12, 2023. The purpose of the board is to review and evaluate existing policies and make specific recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding City policy related to immigration matters. This evaluation will include analysis of City data to determine compliance with ... Read more
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Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Railroad Trail at Vining St. & View Ridge Dr.
Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Railroad Trail at Vining St. & View Ridge Dr.
Join Park Steward Richard in helping us remove invasive Himalayan Blackberry to restore this beloved trail. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 14 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. Register ... Read more
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Mother’s Day at Big Rock Garden Park
Mother’s Day at Big Rock Garden Park
FREE SHUTTLE HAS BEEN MOVED TO SILVER BEACH ELEMENTARY (4101 ACADEMY STREET). PLEASE PARK IN THE LOT AND WALK TO THE STREET FOR PICK UP. The Friends of Big Rock Garden invite you to celebrate Mother’s Day with the whole family. Explore this beautiful garden with its meandering paths and wonderful sculptures while enjoying light ... Read more
3 events,
*CANCELED* Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting
*CANCELED* Design Review Board (DRB) Meeting
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) Registration via www.cob.org/drb is required to attend the meeting via Zoom or to ... Read more
Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting
The Bellingham Public Library Board of Trustees typically holds regular public meetings on the third Tuesday of each month. Occasionally the meeting time, date and location varies or special meetings are scheduled. The meeting will be conducted in the Central Library Lecture Room.
Immigration Advisory Board Meeting
Immigration Advisory Board Meeting
The purpose of the board is to review and evaluate existing policies and make specific recommendations to the Mayor and City Council regarding City policy related to immigration matters. This evaluation will include analysis of City data to determine compliance with Washington State law. The board will make recommendations for further data to be compiled ... Read more
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Sehome Hill Arboretum Board of Governors Meeting
Sehome Hill Arboretum Board of Governors Meeting
Every month on the Third Thu, until November 16th. Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Your Personal Meeting Link: https://cob.zoom.us/j/86561840413?pwd=NFRVSDFiTExXOHVFdTdMOXJ2a013UT09 Meeting ID: 865 6184 0413Password: 511360 Or join by phone:Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):+1 253 215 8782 +1 669 900 6833 +1 346 248 7799 +1 929 205 ... Read more
*CANCELED* Planning Commission Meeting
*CANCELED* Planning Commission Meeting
Agenda: The following item(s) are anticipated to be considered at this meeting. The full agenda and meeting materials will be posted approximately two weeks in advance of the meeting. Written comments can be sent to planningcommission@cob.org. Participation Options: Meetings can be attended either in-person at City Hall (210 Lottie Street), or virtually via Zoom Webinar (Meeting ID: / Password: ) Registration via www.cob.org/pc is ... Read more
Travelogue Series
Travelogue Series
Enjoy an armchair journey to spectacular and interesting places. Local travelers will share their captivating images and stories on the third Thursday of April and May. All ages welcome - no need to register. Just bring your curiosity. Light refreshments served. Co-sponsored by Whatcom Museum. April 20: “Surviving a Very Close Grizzly Bear Encounter: Lessons ... Read more
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Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Memorial Park
Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Memorial Park
Join us and the Sunnyland Neighborhood Association and the Rotary Club of Bellingham as we clean up the memorials and grounds of this lovely neighborhood park in preparation for Memorial Day. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for ... Read more
Bellingham Master Plan Update Pop-Up
Bellingham Master Plan Update Pop-Up
Share your thoughts on how to improve bicycling around Bellingham. Staff will be available at the Bellingham Farmers Market to collect input and answer questions about how to use the public engagement tools on EngageBellingham.org. The City of Bellingham is updating the Bicycle Master Plan. Now through May 31, 2023, the City will be collecting ... Read more
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2 events,
City Council Meetings
City Council Meetings
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.
2 events,
*CANCELLED* Tourism Commission Meeting
*CANCELLED* 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). Registration via www.cob.org/tourism is required to ... Read more
*CANCELLED* 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: 940 8891 9905 / Password: 9) via https://cob.zoom.us/j/94088919905. No registration required to attend this meeting. Meeting ... Read more
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Meet-A-Truck 2023
Meet-A-Truck 2023
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! This 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 ... Read more
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City Holiday – Memorial Day
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.
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What-Comm Administrative Board Meeting
What-Comm Administrative Board Meeting
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 Or in person at the meeting location: 625 Halleck Street, BellinghamThe meeting ... Read more
Planning Commission Meeting
Planning Commission Meeting
At this time, all Planning Commission meetings are being held virtually via Zoom Webinars. The meetings are streamed live via the City’s website at meetings.cob.org and on the City’s YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/user/cityofbhamwa), or can be viewed on Comcast channel 10 (HD – channel 321). Registration via www.cob.org/pc is required to attend the meeting via Zoom ... Read more
Greenways Advisory Committee
Greenways Advisory Committee
Location: In Person at City Hall - Mayor's Board Room or Remote Meeting Option Below Join from a PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone or Android device: Your Personal Meeting Link: https://cob.zoom.us/s/94589588482?pwd=bWtSVGlzcHFDVHlrY1Z2RU5XMjR2UT09 Meeting ID: 945 8958 8482 Password: 558849 Or join by phone: Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location): ... Read more
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Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Maritime Heritage Park with WNPS
Volunteer Opportunity: Community Work Party at Maritime Heritage Park with WNPS
Join The City of Bellingham and the Washington Native Plant Society (WNPS) as we remove invasive vegetation and plant native trees and shrubs to revitalize salmon habitat in the heart of downtown Bellingham. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please ... Read more
