On January 30, 2026, the Bellevue City Council reviewed the 2025 Human Services Needs Update, which highlighted significant gaps in services due to federal funding cuts. The council considered recommendations for allocating around $6.5 million in funding for human services from various sources, focusing on critical needs such as food, housing, and financial assistance. The Human Services Commission based its recommendations on input from over 700 community members.

In an update on the Safe Speeds Bellevue program, transportation staff reported a decrease in high-end speeding on streets with reduced speed limits. Proposals for further speed limit reductions were presented, aiming to enhance safety and align with the Vision Zero initiative to eliminate serious traffic injuries by 2030.

Additionally, the council discussed support for two Bellevue School District levy propositions set for a special election on February 10. After hearing from the pro campaign, the council unanimously backed the levies.

Mayor Mo Malakoutian emphasized the city’s commitment to being a welcoming community for immigrants, stating that local policing does not involve federal immigration enforcement. The council also read proclamations for International Holocaust Remembrance Day and to honor the Chinese American community in Bellevue.