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Pacific Street Operations Center Phase 2

Architect's drawing of new planned Pacific Street Operations Center

Project Overview Phase 2 (Project number EF-178) of the City Operations Building will continue the remodel of the existing Public Works buildings on Pacific Street. The project will also include demolition and rebuilding of a vehicle barn. This work is a continuation of the new facility completed as part of Phase 1, bringing Parks Operations ... Read more

12th and Finnegan Multimodal Projects

Photo of an intersection, facing in front of a brick building in Fairhaven.

Project Overview This project will install a new traffic signal and Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons at key intersections in the Fairhaven area along with ADA improvements, new sidewalks and bike lane improvements. Construction will require lane closures and traffic delays along with dust and noise. Project Status – November 2023 This project kicked off in ... Read more

East Bakerview Park: Planning and Feasibility Study

In 2020 Greenways levy funds were used to purchase approximately 29 acres of undeveloped land located on E. Bakerview Rd., between Deemer Road and James Street. The property features about 9 acres of cleared hayfields bisected by a creek, and 20 acres of mature forest and wetlands. For more information about the purchase, see the press release ... Read more

Lake Padden Recreational Assessment

Lake Padden Park is the jewel of the Bellingham Park system. This community park includes access to Lake Padden beaches, multi-use sports fields, an 18-hole golf course, dog park, and miles of hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Through its mix of built recreational amenities and natural features, it plays an important role in providing outdoor ... Read more

Squalicum Heights

Project Description The city received applications for a new residential subdivision on a vacant 5.5-acre site located generally at terminus of Pebble Place and at the southwest corner of E McLeod and McGrath Roads. The parcel is located in Area 2 of the Barkley Neighborhood and zoned Residential-Multi, Planned with a Low Density. The submitted ... Read more

Civic Athletic Complex Planning

Description The City of Bellingham is a growing community with an estimated population of over 90,000. The Parks and Recreation Department manages and operates a range of parks and recreation facilities and offers recreational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. A significant aspect of the Parks and Recreation Department’s offerings is providing athletic ... Read more