The City of Bothell's summer event series brings a variety of exciting events for all ages to enjoy, including live music, movies under the stars, and family-friendly performances. Read on...
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...
Bothell's Hometown Celebration on Saturday, July 4 is the City's largest community event of the year, bringing together thousands of people of all ages to celebrate and gather in the heart of Downtown Bothell. Read on...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
A new contract with Recology for garbage, recycling, and compost collection starts July 1. More features, like up to two on-call pickups of mattresses or appliances, are now included. Additional Info...
Expect minor construction at Lot EFG, near Baskin Robbins, as we transform the mostly vacant area into a vibrant, temporary community space. Read on...
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...
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...
At upcoming council meetings, conversations on the budget will provide an opportunity for the City Council to confirm a spending plan to progress towards the 2040 City Council Vision. Read on...
As part of our commitment to serving our community, we're sharing the results of our Human Services Needs Assessment Project, which aimed to identify critical needs of Bothell individuals and families. Additional Info...
As our region faces rising rents and a lack of affordable housing options, the Bothell City Council is considering ways to improve housing stability and to better protect renters. Read on...
To inform the 2025-26 biennial budget, the City conducted a statistically valid community budget survey earlier this year with the help of independent researchers. Read the results. Read on...
Bellevue, Bothell, Kirkland, and Redmond are partnering with local coffee shops to reduce single-use coffee cup waste by encouraging the community to bring their own reusable cups. Read on...
With the retirement of our dedicated Interim Fire Chief Mark Risen, we're pleased to welcome our new Fire Chief, Matt Cowan, of the Shoreline Fire Department. Read on...
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...
"Our hearts break for everyone affected by the senseless violence in Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank." Read the Mayor's full statement today. If you’re Israeli and/or have connections to the region..." Read on...
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...
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...
