City of Bellevue, Nebraska

09/05/2026

Now that the Husker game is over and you can get on with your Labor Day weekend 🙂, the City of Bellevue is hoping you can take just a few minutes to help us plan for the future!

You may have seen signs around the community announcing that Bellevue is developing an Active Mobility Plan focused on making it safer, easier, and more comfortable for people of all ages and abilities to walk, bike, roll, and get around our community.

We want to hear from you! Take our brief online survey and share your experiences, ideas, and priorities. Your feedback will help guide future improvements and investments in active transportation throughout Bellevue.

Take the survey today:
https://wspengages.com/bellevueamp

Thanks in advance for taking a few minutes to help shape the future of walking, biking, and rolling in Bellevue—and have a safe and enjoyable Labor Day weekend!

09/05/2026

The sun was shining on the new Bellevue Waterpark this afternoon as construction continues on this impressive project. As I was driving by, I noticed this blue line reflecting off the recently installed glass covering and had to pull over to grab a picture.

It was definitely more impressive in person, but I can now see exactly what people have been talking about as they drive by. The new waterpark is really starting to take shape!

Look for more updates on the construction of this exciting project later this month.

09/04/2026

Ed’s one of the best around. Thank you for your dedication and commitment to the citizens of Bellevue. You will be missed!

🎉 HAPPY RETIREMENT, ED! 🎉

Today, we said farewell to a longtime member of our Police Department family, Ed Foreman, as he begins a well-earned retirement after nearly 30 years of service to our community.

Ed’s journey with the City began in 1997 as a part-time employee, working with Bellevue TV and at the Bellevue Police Department front desk. In 2006, Ed transitioned to a full-time position with Code Enforcement, where he would spend the next 20 years serving the citizens of Bellevue.

If you’ve had the opportunity to work with Ed, speak with him, or simply get to know him over the years, you already know what an incredible person he is. Ed brought knowledge, dedication, patience, and a genuine commitment to helping people every single day.

For many years, Ed has been the backbone of Code Enforcement, and saying he leaves behind some pretty big shoes to fill would be an understatement.

More importantly, we’re going to miss the person behind the job, a great coworker, a familiar face, and a friend to so many.

Ed, thank you for nearly three decades of service to the City of Bellevue and its residents. We wish you nothing but happiness and plenty of adventures in whatever comes next.

Happy retirement, Ed! Enjoy the days ahead you’ve certainly earned them! 👏🎉

09/02/2026

The City of Bellevue Public Works Department is advising motorists of a temporary northbound lane closure on 25th Street just north of Highway 370 beginning Tuesday, September 8, as crews complete pavement repairs.

25th Street will be closed to northbound traffic in the work area. As shown in the provided detour map, northbound motorists will be directed to continue west on Highway 370 and use the designated alternate route to access areas north of the construction zone. Southbound traffic on 25th Street will continue to be maintained through the area.

Repairs are expected to be completed and 25th Street reopened to northbound traffic by Friday afternoon, September 11.

Motorists should anticipate delays, follow posted detour signs and use extra caution around the work zone. The City appreciates everyone’s patience and cooperation as our Street Department completes these necessary pavement repairs.

08/29/2026

Looks like a great turnout on a perfect day for fishing. Nice job Bellevue PD, Knights of Columbus and the Police VIPER unit for hosting this fun community event!

08/28/2026

The City of Bellevue’s annual Fall Clean-Up is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Bellevue residents can dispose of many household items, furniture, appliances, construction materials, electronics and other unwanted items at collection sites located at 29th & Hancock Street and 8252 Cedar Island Road. Trees and brush must be taken to the Old Sarpy County Landfill site at Cedar Island Road and Rose Lane Road.

The Fall Clean-Up is available to City of Bellevue residents who pay trash fees on their M.U.D. bill. Please bring your previous month’s M.U.D. bill as proof of residency. Commercial and business items will not be accepted.

Residents are also encouraged to bring a food item donation for the Bellevue Food Pantry with each load brought to the event.

Mark your calendars and take advantage of this opportunity to clean up around your home while helping keep Bellevue looking its best!

08/28/2026

We’ve received a few questions today about why flags are flying at half-staff.

President Donald Trump has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff through sunset on September 1 as a mark of respect following the passing of country music legend Dolly Parton earlier this week.

Parton was one of the most decorated and beloved entertainers in American music history, earning numerous Grammy Awards and selling more than 100 million records worldwide. But as the country remembers her remarkable life, her legacy extends far beyond her music.

Through the Dollywood Foundation and her Imagination Library, Parton helped provide hundreds of millions of free books to children around the world. She also generously supported education, disaster relief, medical research and countless charitable causes throughout her lifetime.

Dolly Parton will be remembered not only for the music she shared, but for her kindness, generosity and commitment to helping others.

The City of Bellevue joins the rest of the country in honoring and remembering Dolly Parton and the extraordinary legacy she leaves behind.

08/20/2026

Interested in how Bellevue’s new indoor water park and the Good Life District will impact our community—and what it means for Bellevue taxpayers?

Wondering what attractions and amenities the water park will bring to Bellevue, what additional development could be coming to the Good Life District, and how we reached this exciting point?

Will there be any traffic improvements in the area to help support this development?

Take a few minutes to watch Bellevue Mayor Rusty Hike and Community & Economic Development Director Harrison Johnson as they answer these questions and more in the first edition of The Good Life. They’ll discuss the vision behind the project, the path that brought Bellevue to this point, and what residents can expect as this transformational development continues to take shape.
Learn more about what’s coming, how it will benefit Bellevue, and why the Good Life District represents an exciting new chapter for our community.

Interested in how Bellevue’s new indoor water park and the Good Lif...

08/15/2026

26th Annual Downhill Mile!
The runners dodged a few raindrops this morning, but the 26th Annual Downhill Mile went off as planned in Bellevue!

The race featured an Open Mile for ages 14+ at 8:30 a.m., followed by the Kids Mile for ages 13 and under at 9 a.m. The USATF-certified course started near St. Mary’s Elementary School, headed down Mission Avenue and finished near Washington Park.

The Downhill Mile is a great way to kick off the 55th Annual Arrows to Aerospace Celebration and another fun Bellevue summer tradition!

A big thank you to Angela Dot and event chairman Craig Christians for hosting such a fun event and for submitting these great pictures! And thanks to all the runners, volunteers and supporters who came out on a morning where it would have been easy to stay in bed! 😂