Downtowns define great cities. They are the social, economic and cultural heart of any community, and when a downtown thrives, the rest of the city benefits, too. 

Downtown Forward is the City’s plan to prioritize bold actions and unbounded thinking to ensure a thriving future for downtown Bellingham. Building on a foundation of safety, we are moving downtown forward together, with a vision for the neighborhood we want it to be for everyone. 

We’re checking in again about the City’s efforts downtown. Is our work making a difference in how safe and welcome you feel? Take three minutes to tell us what you think!

Our goals: Downtown Bellingham is a neighborhood for everyone because it …