Remarks by Dave Hamilton
96 remarks on the record, newest first · Page 4 of 4
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“Thank you, Mayor. Thank you for the presentation. I'm a big fan of the Great Neighborhoods Program, updating the comp plan in neighborhoods around the city to better reflect current citywide and neighborhood priorities and address issues of opportunities I think is a big boost for the city. The objectives and scope of the Great Neighborhoods Program are well-defined and ensure that we achieve impactful outcomes. I think our focus on social connectivity and our neighborhood's core needs is especially important. The work program and specifically the engagement plan are very solid. I really like…”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“I move to direct staff to initiate work on the comprehensive plan amendments to update the Lake Hills and Westlake Spanish neighborhood area plans in 2026, 2027, and provide direction on the recommendation for bridal trails neighborhood area planning to occur in 28 and 29, consistent with Bellevue land use code section 20.301.130.B.3. Second.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Thank you, Mayor. Not really a lot to add. I like this omnibus amendment process. Helps us to accomplish relatively insignificant code changes all at once. So this seems like a very effective and efficient way to do that. Certainly agree with the praise and recognition that's been expressed by my colleagues tonight to DS at large, but specifically to you, Nick. So plus one to all those comments and fully supportive of moving forward. Thank you, Mayor.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“All right. Well, I practiced all of those, so I'm a little disappointed, but nevertheless, I move to adopt ordinance number 6930 relating to the clarification of known errors contained in and cleanup of the land use code.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“I move to adopt ordinance number 6931 relating to development regulations.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“I move to adopt ordinance number 6932 relating to environmental regulations.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“I move to adopt ordinance number 6933 relating to land use review procedures. Second.”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“I move to adopt ordinance number 6934 relating to development. Second. Any discussion?”
City Council · Jul 28, 2026
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“Thank you, Mayor. Thanks for the presentation, Chair Hashimoto. Appreciate all of the effort that you and the other members of the BRTPA have put into preparing this recommendation for us. Generally supportive of the tourism promotion area concept. I like how ours is run, and I think that the Bellevue Zone strategic plan is well-focused. and two and a half million visitors to Bellevue next year certainly sounds wonderful. So I'll appreciate seeing you back here and how well we've gone about accomplishing that goal. So thank you. Ready to move forward.”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“I move to accept the BRTPA Advisory Board recommendation and direct staff to return with legislation as part of the 2027 budget process to support expenditure consistent with the annual budget and strategic plan as recommended by the board.”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Thank you. Appreciate the presentation, Chair Klima, Board Member Drever, and all of the Park Board members. I appreciate the effort put into this recommendation. I love the Japanese American Legacy Project that is planned for the new park, and I think the Park Board has recommended a name that perfectly suits a park that is designed to inspire education and reflection. The legacy of Japanese Americans in our city, our country, and in our defense of democracy in World War II is one we should reflect on, learn from, and honor. And this park with the name Esan Park helps us do just that. I…”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Thank you Mayor. Thank you for the presentation. I certainly appreciate you coming back to us with another information session and as transportation is a prime focus of the upcoming budget, having ample opportunities to learn and provide feedback is critical. Just have a few comments and questions. I'm curious, you know, we just lowered the speed limits here in the city on many of the streets. And wondering if you've had the chance to assess system performance targets and gaps in the context of our recently changed speed limits.”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“that be incorporated into your budget recommendation going forward? Are you going to have information soon enough to do that?”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Okay, good. In the presentation, in the agenda memo, it notes that 28% of arterial streets have no pedestrian facilities. And I'm curious to know what that number is for local and neighborhood streets.”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Okay, great. Yeah, I'd appreciate that. And then, too, I wanted to... I think as we move forward, I would like us to be clear about our plans to not only improve pedestrian facilities in neighborhoods, in near local neighborhood streets, but to add new facilities there as well. And 64% of our arterial streets don't have any bicycle facilities at all. And I think that is an attention grabbing figure. And I hope it remains in focus as we move forward. There's plenty of work we need to do to address the lack of bicycle facilities around the city. I think maybe, and you kind of maybe alluded to…”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Okay, good. And this was already mentioned, but you know, certainly the focus on projects that help folks access light rail and transit without needing to drive, I think should remain a priority and to focus on projects that improve access to existing bike facilities, which was also mentioned. So appreciate that. I just think we need to make new strategic investments in our transportation infrastructure that help maximize investments that have already been made. Focusing on improving connections to existing infrastructure is critical. Appreciate the additional information and clarity…”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Okay. And two, Bellevue residents would pay approximately 30%. of a 0.1% sales tax and 70% would be paid by everyone else and then 90 to 95% of the $20 license plate fee would be paid by Bellevue residents, is that right?”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“And then the TAB fee would be 90% to 95% paid for by residents.”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Okay. So I know we have a ways to go, and I want to keep learning, of course, and collaborating with community members and my colleagues. But I'm inclined to believe that now is the right time for us to fund a TBD and get out in front of building transportation infrastructure that will make our neighborhoods safer and more functional, better support all modes of transportation needed in a modern city like ours. maintain what we've already built, and stay out in front of supporting growth. The level of detail in the program area examples suits me. The examples help us all understand that…”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“Thank you, Mayor. Thank you for the presentation. Thanks for all the work you've done on the MFTE Catalyst Program for Houma since our last meeting. Hannah, do I understand it right that your time with the city is kind of drawing to an end here? Are you moving on? yes deputy mayor my last day with the city is going to be this thursday me and my spouse are relocating to pittsburgh to be closer to family all right well good for you made a real impact here so you'll be missed and of course wish you all the best on what comes in your future we asked for some supercharger options back in february…”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026
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“So can I have the motion, please? I move to direct staff to finalize the ordinance for final action on the consent calendar at a future meeting.”
City Council · Jul 21, 2026