Don't delay, vote today

Tuesday, Nov. 6 is the deadline to vote in the general election. Get inspired to vote:

“I voted” video featuring people you know!
Drop box location details and more.

Public Safety Propositions on the Ballot

The City of Bothell has two public safety measures on the general election ballot. Proposition 1 is an operations levy that will fund new police officers, firefighters and services. Proposition 2 is a bond that will fund the tear-down and replacement of two fire stations. Get more information and share with your friends and neighbors.

Learn more about two public safety ballot measures.

Jeanie Ashe, Economic Development Manager

Welcome new Economic Development Manager

This week, the City welcomed Jeanie Ashe as its new Economic Development Manager. Ashe has 15 years of experience in economic development, public infrastructure grants and loans, tourism and business retention, expansion and attraction efforts.

New art exhibit at City Hall Gallery

Come enjoy the latest exhibition at the Bothell City Hall Gallery featuring Eric Demattos' stunning photographs titled, "Forgotten Spaces," based on desolate objects long forgotten by others.
Demattos’ work will be on display through Jan. 25. Also featured, 3-D woven basket design by Dorothy McGuinness. The City Hall Gallery, at 18415 101^st Ave NE, is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Shake House

City budget update

The City Manager presented the proposed 2019-2020 budget to City Council at this week’s Council meeting. If you’d like to learn more or give your thoughts, mark your calendar:

Budget Public Hearing
Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018
6 p.m.
City Hall

The City Council may adopt the budget after the public hearing or adopt it at their next meeting on Dec. 4.

Tree Lighting

Save the date for the Tree Lighting, with Santa’s arrival courtesy of the Bothell Fire Department:

Sunday, Dec. 2
5 p.m., Santa arrives followed by tree lighting
Holiday activities, music and more
Main Street

The tree lighting event is a collaboration by Main Street merchants, Bothell businesses and other organizations. The City of Bothell and exploreBothell are sponsors.

Come see Santa, arriving by fire engine!

Snow-covered tree at the park at Wayne Golf Course

Are you ready for winter weather?

Winter weather tips

The fall season is upon us and snow is already in the mountains. Now is a great time to prepare for winter weather and safety whether you are in the lowlands or driving through the mountains. Be sure you're prepared.