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  1. A Halloween-themed graphic featuring a pumpkin, bats, a full moon, and fall leaves.

    Friday, October 30: Mark Your Calendars for Trick-or-Treat on Main Street

    Posted on September 24, 2026

    This free, family-friendly event provides the perfect start to Halloween weekend! More than 30 local businesses and community organizations will transform Bothell's Main Street and 101st Ave NE into a festive trick-or-treat trail. Read on...
  2. A map of I-405 though Bothell with colorful lines indicating southbound lane closures and a detour

    Multiple WSDOT I-405 Weekend Closures Through Bothell Planned for October and Early November

    Posted on October 5, 2026

    All lanes of southbound I-405 will be closed though Bothell from October 6 to October 9 as part of WSDOT's I-405 expansion project. Additional I-405 weekend closures are planned for late October and early November. Read on...
  3. Colorfully painted mural art panels located in an outdoor public space located in Downtown Bothell

    Celebrate the Dedication of New Public Art at Triangle Junction

    Posted on September 18, 2026

    Join a special dedication of a new public art installation on Saturday, September 26 at 2:00pm at Triangle Junction, located on the corner of Bothell Way NE and Main Street in downtown Bothell. Read on...
  4. A bridge over a stream, with lots of trees around.

    City Transmits Proposed 2027-2028 Biennial Budget to the City Council

    Posted on September 10, 2026

    Community encouraged to follow along and participate throughout the budget process with City Council study sessions and public hearings that will take place throughout September and October. Read on...
  5. Photo of six people wearing hard hats and using shovels on a small pile of dirt

    City Breaks Ground on Sammamish River & Waynita Creek Restoration Project

    Posted on August 31, 2026

    Construction on the Sammamish River & Waynita Creek Restoration Project begins September 8 to restore salmon habitat, improve water quality, and strengthen the health and resilience of the local river and floodplain system. Read on...
  6. Sign at City Hall that says &#34Bothell&#34 over a water feature

    Results From the Biennial Community Survey Now Available

    Posted on July 23, 2026

    Results from the City of Bothell’s biennial community survey help City leadership and staff identify priorities for the 2027-2028 biennial budget and future investments, collect community feedback, and assess resident satisfaction with City services. Read on...
  7. A photo of a fire truck outside of a Bothell fire station.

    City Considering Regional Fire Services Partnership

    Posted on July 1, 2026

    Work has been underway to evaluate whether a regional fire service model could better support our community and the firefighters who serve it. Read on...
  8. Photo of Susie Disch, Bothell&#39s 2026 Fourth of July Parade Grand Marshal

    Susie Disch is Bothell’s 2026 Grand Marshal

    Posted on June 15, 2026

    The City of Bothell is proud to announce Susan “Susie” Disch as the Grand Marshal of this year’s Fourth of July Parade. Read on...
  9. downtown Bothell in late fall from above

    City Acquires Downtown Properties to Support Future Community Focused Development

    Posted on June 5, 2026

    The Bothell City Council approved the purchase of two properties in the heart of Downtown Bothell as part of a long-term strategy encouraging thoughtful redevelopment in the City’s growing core. Read on...
  10. A Police Officer wearing a BPD patch.

    Bothell Police Investigate, Close Illicit Massage Businesses

    Posted on April 15, 2026

    Multiple search warrants were served at five massage parlors suspected of permitting prostitution on their premises. Read on...
  11. People gathered in a banquet room, talking with each other with coffee on a nearby table

    Get to Know Your Bothell City Council

    Posted on April 7, 2026

    Council in the Community events return for 2026. The City invites community members to join these quarterly events to chat with City councilmembers, ask questions, and share feedback. Read on...
  12. Signs hanging above storefronts of the Pop Shops on Main

    Bring Your Ideas to Life at Triangle Junction

    Posted on February 23, 2026

    Applications are now open for small businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, and the community to launch their ideas and grow at Bothell’s Triangle Junction. Read on...
  13. Person packing a backpack full of disaster and emergency preparedness items

    Be Prepared For Emergencies and Disasters, No Matter Where You Are

    Posted on February 19, 2026

    Bothell Prepared classes teach you how to respond to emergencies and disasters, no matter where you are. Learn disaster response basics, what to expect, how to prepare for your personal needs, and how to work together to make it through. Read on...
  14. Claire Khouri Headshot

    City of Bothell Welcomes New Deputy City Manager

    Posted on February 12, 2026

    Claire Khouri was selected for the role following a competitive process, bringing a wealth of operational leadership and organizational management experience to the City. Read on...
  15. An aerial view of Bothell with trees, mountains, sky, and buildings

    City Council Approves Urban Forest Management Plan

    Posted on February 11, 2026

    The City’s first Urban Forest Management Plan reinforces the City’s ongoing commitment to preserve and enhance tree cover as Bothell continues to grow. Read on...
  16. downtown Bothell in late fall from above

    Complete the Community Survey to Share Your Feedback and Priorities for City Services

    Posted on February 9, 2026

    The City of Bothell invites residents to participate in their 2026 biennial community survey to help identify community priorities for the 2027-2028 biennial budget and provide feedback on current City services. Read on...
  17. A sign on a building exterior reading &#34Bothell City Hall&#34

    Bothell Welcomes New Councilmembers, Elects Mayor and Deputy Mayor

    Posted on January 7, 2026

    Prasad Anguluri and Brittany Miles were sworn in to begin their terms on the City Council. The Council also elected its new leadership. Read on...
  18. downtown Bothell in late fall from above

    City of Bothell’s Hazard Mitigation Plan Updated

    Posted on January 8, 2026

    The City of Bothell updated its Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is updated every five years in partnership with King County’s Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan update. Read on...
  19. Stock photo of a person serving stir fry noodles into a takeout container

    Bothell Launches Program to Support Mobile Food Startups

    Posted on December 5, 2025

    Bothell's Mobile Food Incubator Program is a new initiative to help support and grow mobile food businesses in the Bothell community. This program offers a steppingstone for food entrepreneurs to follow their culinary dream with guidance and support. Read on...
  20. A bridge over a stream, with lots of trees around.

    City of Bothell Adopts First-Ever Climate Action Plan

    Posted on November 20, 2025

    Bothell City Council adopted the City’s first-ever Climate Action Plan, marking an important milestone in Bothell’s ongoing efforts to address climate change. Read on...
  21. A photo of Bob Langbehn

    City Council Confirms New Municipal Court Judge

    Posted on November 19, 2025

    The Bothell City Council unanimously confirmed the appointment of Wallace “Bob” Langbehn as Bothell’s next Municipal Court Judge. Read on...
  22. Safe Streets Levy work in progress

    Thank You, Bothell: Safe Streets and Sidewalks Levy Renewed

    Posted on November 12, 2025

    Bothell residents voted in support of the Safe Streets and Sidewalks levy renewal in the 2025 General Election. The renewed levy will continue funding transportation maintenance, operations, and improvements across the city for the next nine years. Read on...
  23. YMCA Northshore Location

    City of Bothell and YMCA of Greater Seattle Expand Free Behavioral Health Services

    Posted on October 13, 2025

    The City of Bothell and the YMCA of Greater Seattle have formed a new partnership to provide Bothell residents with free access to behavioral health services. Read on...
  24. A sign on a building exterior reading "Bothell City Hall"

    Council Adopts City Code Changes for Parking and Small Business Permitting

    Posted on July 9, 2025

    The City Council approved several updates to Bothell’s City Code related to housing and local businesses. Read on...
  25. Pop Shops 2024

    Temporary Activation of Downtown Lot

    Posted on January 3, 2025

    Expect minor construction at Lot EFG, near Baskin Robbins, as we transform the mostly vacant area into a vibrant, temporary community space. Read on...
  26. A pedestrian crossing road sign with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons

    NE 185th St and 101st Ave NE Traffic Revision

    Posted on October 31, 2024

    Changes have arrived at the intersection of NE 185th St and 101st Ave NE near City Hall and the Police Station. It's now a 2-way stop as part of Sound Transit's Stride S3 Line Project. Read on...
  27. Text reads “City of Bothell, Imagine Bothell Comprehensive Plan, December 2024”

    City Council Passes Comprehensive Plan

    Posted on December 11, 2024

    Dec. 10, City Council approved the 2024 Imagine Bothell Comprehensive Plan periodic update, establishing the 20-year vision and blueprint for Bothell’s future. Read on...
  28. Ballot box at Bothell Library

    Ballot Drop Box Moved to Bothell Library

    Posted on October 23, 2023

    The ballot drop box that was at City Hall has been moved to Bothell Library located downtown at 18215 98th Ave NE. Find a complete list of ballot box locations near you today. Learn More...
  29. Someone Receiving Counseling

    New Crisis Response Center in Kirkland to Serve North King County

    Posted on March 8, 2023

    The crisis response center will be the first of its kind in King County to provide a spectrum of care services from walk-in mental health to substance use crises. Read on...
  30. Mental Health Navigator

    Five Cities Form Regional Crisis Response Agency

    Posted on November 29, 2022

    Bothell, Kenmore, Kirkland, Lake Forest Park, and Shoreline City Councils have adopted a partner agreement to form a new Regional Crisis Response (RCR) Agency. Read on...
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