City Council Archives

New Bellingham ordinance keeps City focused on local needs, not immigration enforcement

February 14, 2017

Last night the Bellingham City Council voted 7-0 on an ordinance reaffirming a commitment to keeping Bellingham a safe and welcoming city by focusing resources on local needs, not on enforcing federal immigration law. According to City Council President Michael Lilliquist, “This is a good-government effort to ensure the City focuses on our local needs.” ... Read more

City Council hosts Family Council Day on February 27

February 8, 2017

Event encourages young people to get involved

Deteriorating Fairhaven Park gateway slated for removal

August 1, 2023February 3, 2017

Demolition and salvage of iconic gateway to happen in late February

Mayor makes statement on executive orders on immigration

January 30, 2017

Jan. 30, 2017 RE: Presidential executive orders on immigration To the people of Bellingham: We are deeply disturbed by the news that has come out of Washington D.C. in the past week. The new administration is advancing policies that we believe threaten the values of our country, and we cannot stand by while these policies ... Read more

MLK Jr. celebration Jan. 16 at City Hall

December 29, 2016

Kulshan Chorus, local speakers featured at event

Annual Lake Whatcom Joint Councils and Commission meeting set for March 23

March 18, 2016

Legislators to discuss water quality, review management program