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Emergency Response Training Open to Snoqualmie Valley Residents

Learn how to save lives, protect property, and operate safely in post-disaster environments with emergency response training at the Snoqualmie Fire Station. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program is open to all Snoqualmie V...

New solid waste and recycling contract to receive second reading at the April 4 City Council meeting

At the March 21^st North Bend City Council meeting, Council passed an amendment to the Motion Authorizing a Contract for Solid Waste and Recycling Collection Services, to hear a second reading at the April 4^th City Council meeting.

The City of Nort...

North Bend Weekly Recap: yardwaste recycling, solid waste contract update, Citizens Academy and more

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts 

Yardwaste Recycling Program returns on Saturday: The 2023 North Bend Yardwaste Recycling program begins March ...

North Bend Citizens Academy graduates honored at City Council meeting

Graduates of the City of North Bend’s inaugural Citizens Academy were honored at the March 21^st City Council meeting.

Beginning February 6^th, the seven-week interactive course guided 15 participants through various aspects of city operations, inc...

Meet up with Mayor McFarland for coffee and a chat

The City of North Bend’s Meet up with the Mayor series returns this spring! Wednesday, March 22, from 10 to 11 a.m. will be the first in a series of monthly meet-up events. 

Community members are invited to join North Bend Mayor Rob McFa...

North Bend Weekly Recap: Meet up with the Mayor, Human Services Task Force, Yardwaste, and more

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts. 

Meet up with the Mayor returns on Wednesday: Stop by The North Bend Bakery at 10 a.m. and chat over coffee an...

City seeks residents to join Human Services Task Force

The City of North Bend is seeking to appoint three to five residents, with the selection of a Chair, to serve on the Human Services Task Force. Task force members will advise the mayor on a variety of matters relating to the City’s biennial Human Services...

March 21, 2023 City Council Meeting Packet Available

North Bend Yardwaste Recycling Program Begins March 25

The 2023 North Bend Yardwaste Recycling program begins March 25^th. The annual recycling program is open to North Bend residents and property owners on select Saturdays, from March through October, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the North Bend Public Works buil...

North Bend Weekly Recap: State of the City, signs of spring, public hearing notification and more

Happy Thursday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your (early) Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts. 

On Tuesday, Mayor McFarland delivered the 2023 State of the City Address: Mayor McFarland ...

Local business donates services to improve trails in North Bend

This winter, local business Rainier Asphalt and Concrete donated time, equipment, and materials to improve multiple pathways in North Bend. 

In November 2022, Rainier crews expanded a portion of Tanner Trail which runs parallel to North Bend Way, ...

North Bend Weekly Recap: WellCity, Resilience Month, City Hall hours and more

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts.

City receives WellCity distinction, provides for more opportunities to give back: For 13 years running, the Ci...

City receives WellCity distinction, provides for more opportunities to give back

For 13 years running, the City of North Bend is proud to announce that it has received the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) 2023 WellCity distinction, a recognition earned through continual efforts to commit to city employees’ health.

Mayor...

Mayor Proclaims March Resilience Month in North Bend

Mayor Rob McFarland is proud to proclaim March as Resilience Month in North Bend. The City recognizes the importance of promoting community engagement around the topic of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), the effect of ACEs and toxic stress o...

North Bend City Hall expands hours of operation, with more in-person opportunities to serve

Beginning Wednesday, March 1, North Bend City Hall has expanded hours to the public in an effort to better serve citizens throughout the day. Where City Hall was previously closed for a lunch hour, it is now open:

• Monday through Thursday, from 8:30 a.m. to...

Updated construction schedule for SE 136th Street and 436th Avenue roundabout

As work progresses on the SE 136^th Street and 436^th Avenue roundabout (RAB), contractors are sharing their upcoming construction dates, with the hopes that citizens find the information helpful. Below are approximate schedule plans for roundabout construc...

Be Prepared for Winter Weather with North Bend Snowplow Map and Street Treatment Information

With temperatures dropping and some wind and snow predicted for North Bend this week, the City would like to remind residents of snowplow routes, as well as the steps you can take to assist Public Works crews when winter weather strikes.

To understand the ...

Mayor proclaims February 24 Twin Peaks Day, community celebrates with The Real Twin Peaks Days

Mayor Rob McFarland is proud to proclaim February 24^th as Twin Peaks Day in North Bend.

This special day originated from the television show Twin Peaks, created by Mark Frost and David Lynch in 1990. February 24^th is celebrated by Twin Peaks fans worldwide...

North Bend Weekly Recap: Ribbon cutting, events, upcoming North Bend City Council meeting, and more

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts.

Community gathered to celebrate the Snoqualmie Indian Tribe Child Development Center ribbon cutting ceremony this week:...

North Bend Elementary second graders provide insight for use in Housing Action Plan

“A home is a place we all know we can be loved and safe,” said Betsy Westra.

At the February 15^th award ceremony, Betsy, a student in Ms. Mitchell’s class, was celebrated as winner of the North Bend Elementary (NBE) Your Home ...

North Bend Weekly Recap: Kiwanis Hearts, New Planning Commissioner, Burt's 100th, and more

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts.

Upcoming Public Hearing – Amendments to the Parks Element of the Comprehensive Plan: The Public Hearing will ...

Quarterly Message from the Mayor

Happy New Year, North Bend Residents,

A few weeks ago, as I walked up the short trail leading from West Ribary Way to the site of the future Tennant Trailhead Park, I had a moment.

There among the trees and our crisp, dappled, January sunshine, were parks e...

Online Voting Open for 2023 King Conservation District Board Election

Ready. Set. Vote! King Conservation District (KCD) is holding its annual Board Supervisor election from January 24, through February 14, 2023. Three candidates are vying for the position: April Brown, Csenka Favorini-Csorbra, and Chris L. Porter. Candidat...

North Bend Weekly Recap: Mayor's message, business updates, housing survey, and more

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts.

Mayor McFarland’s newest Quarterly Message: Mayor McFarland shares City accomplishments from the past few mon...

Tips to Protect Theft-Prone Vehicles, Reduce Risk of Becoming a Victim

Auto Theft continues to be a problem in King County.  Locally, in 2022, Snoqualmie experienced 30 auto thefts and North Bend experienced 28 auto thefts. These numbers are a significant increase from the previous year. Many vehicles stolen or prow...

City of North Bend seeking your input: Housing Action Plan Survey and Open House

Do you live or work in North Bend? Do you want to live or work here, but have encountered obstacles?

The City invites you to share your experiences by participating in a short North Bend Housing Action Plan Survey. The survey is part of the Housing Action ...

Special Yard Waste Collection Event for community storm cleanup in North Bend on January 21

The City of North Bend, in collaboration with Republic Services, will have a Special Yard Waste Collection event in operation on Saturday, January 21^st from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to collect City of North Bend residential wood debris from the recent windstorm ...

Tennant Trailhead Park groundbreaking ceremony celebrates new recreation opportunities in North Bend

January 11^th marked the official groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the construction of North Bend’s new Tennant Trailhead Park. Si View Metro Parks hosted a small gathering at the site with project partners. The City of North Bend, King Count...

North Bend Weekly Recap: Storm Drains and Culverts, Congratulations, Events and More

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts.

Congratulations to North Bend Planning Commissioner Wilson, who was appointed to King County Superior Court: As Mayor M...

North Bend Planning Commissioner Wilson appointed to King County Superior Court

North Bend Planning Commissioner, Coreen Wilson, has been appointed to the King County Superior Court, replacing Judge Douglass North. Governor Jay Inslee announced the appointment in December, acknowledging her extensive civil trial experience and leader...

North Bend Weekly Recap: yard waste storm cleanup, park planning events, Mentoring Month, and more

Happy Friday, North Bend! Welcome to the newest edition of your Weekly Recap. Remember to click linked headlines for articles and posts.

Special yard waste collection event for community storm cleanup in North Bend: Have you and your neighbors acc...

SE 136th Street and 436th Avenue roundabout construction scheduled to resume in January

The SE 136^th Street and 436^th Avenue roundabout (RAB) construction is scheduled to continue this month.

PSE’s subcontractor, Potelco, will soon begin the removal of overhead power lines and poles at this intersection after a delay in parts and eq...

Mayor Proclaims January as National Mentoring Month in North Bend

Mayor Rob McFarland is proud to proclaim January as National Mentoring Month in North Bend. The mayor encourages the community to join the annual National Mentoring Month campaign to focus attention on the need for mentors and work together to increase th...

Wind Advisory in effect for North Bend and other communities: January 4 through January 5

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind advisory that may impact parts of King County, including North Bend, from 4 p.m. on Wednesday, January 4 through 4 a.m. on Thursday, January 5.

NWS predicts east winds of 30 to 40 miles per hour, with gu...

Snoqualmie-North Bend Police investigating arson at Taco Time

The Snoqualmie Police Department and the King County Sheriff’s Fire Investigation Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the subject(s) responsible for an arson incident at the North Bend Taco Time, located at 726 SW M...

You’re invited: North Bend Taylor Park and Riverfront Park planning events

The City of North Bend and the North Bend Parks Commission invite citizens to attend two upcoming meetings for the William H. Taylor Park and Riverfront Park design projects, on January 9, from 1 to 4 p.m., and January 11, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. These mee...

Mayor Proclaims January as National Mentoring Month in North Bend

Mayor Rob McFarland is proud to proclaim January as National Mentoring Month in North Bend. The mayor encourages the community to join the annual National Mentoring Month campaign to focus attention on the need for mentors and work together to increase th...

City Council adopts 2023-24 Budget, reflecting community priorities and infrastructure improvements

The North Bend City Council adopted the 2023-2024 Biennial Budget Ordinance at the December 6, 2022, City Council meeting. The City’s budget reflects Council’s investment in community priorities, and multiple ongoing and new infrastructure improvements.

A ...

PSE reports supply chain delay as cause for work halting at SE 136th St. and 436th Ave. Roundabout

Earlier this year, preparations were put into place to construct a privately funded roundabout (RAB) at the intersection of 436^th Avenue SE and SE 136^th Street, just north of I-90 Exit 32.  

Crews from Greystar continued work on the RAB, with util...

North Bend joins King County and other cities in restricting personal use of aerial fireworks

On December 6, 2022, North Bend City Councilmembers approved an ordinance amending the City’s Fireworks Code, NBMC 8.20.010. The ordinance will ban the personal use of aerial fireworks within North Bend city limits, removing “special f...

Snoqualmie Police Department and City of North Bend ride-along recap

On November 10, 2022, the City of North Bend’s Public Information Officer (PIO), Bre Keveren, joined Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Officer Kaae for a ride-along, with a virtual twist.

Thursday evening began at 4:45 p.m. with a tour of the Snoqualmie Police ...

Mayor proclaims November 12 Arbor Day, community celebrates with planting event

Members of the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust, North Bend Boy Scout Troop 466, community volunteers, and Mayor Rob McFarland came together for another successful Arbor Day event this weekend, and it was among the community that the North Bend ...

North Bend City Council Approves $1,925,000 in grants to enhance flood storage and transportation

On November 1, 2022, the North Bend City Council approved two resolutions accepting grants totaling $1,925,000 to go toward projects that preserve flood storage and transportation enhancements: The South Fork Avenue Extension Capital Project and engineeri...

Be prepared for flood season in the Snoqualmie Valley

November is Flood Awareness Month in North Bend and right on cue, a cold front is impacting the Puget Sound region with steady, heavy rain pushing the Snoqualmie River to flood phase 3.

Phase 3 indicates moderate flooding in some areas. Public Works crews ...

Mayor Proclaims November Flood Awareness Month in North Bend

The month of November has been proclaimed Flood Awareness Month in North Bend by Mayor Rob McFarland. North Bend has had numerous flood events of different magnitudes. The City recognizes that major flooding from heavy rains and snowmelt increases the ris...

Snoqualmie Valley Shelter Services, now Reclaim, honored at North Bend City Council Meeting

On November 1, 2022, Mayor Rob McFarland and City Councilmembers honored Snoqualmie Valley Shelter Services (SVSS) with a Certificate of Appreciation for 10 years of exemplary work in serving people who are living unhoused in the Snoqualmie Valley.

&ld...

Let fall begin! Help prevent localized flooding by clearing neighborhood storm drains and culverts

City crews work hard to keep storm drains and culverts clear of leaves and other debris, but with thousands of these in North Bend, we could use your help. Fallen leaves pile up on storm drains on our streets, blocking rainwater from draining, which can l...

Stay in the know: City of North Bend Urges Residents to Sign Up for ALERT King County

ALERT King County is a public information and emergency notification system that reaches citizens wherever they are and on any device. The City of North Bend encourages all residents to register for ALERT to receive important information about significant...

Quarterly Message from the Mayor

Dear North Bend Residents,

This summer I passed the 25-year mark as a resident of North Bend. By some measures, that’s not long considering the history of the Snoqualmie Tribe in the valley or even the “recent” founders who settled on our city name. On the...

Police Arrest Suspect in Attempted Child Luring Case in North Bend

On July 24, 2022, the Snoqualmie Police Department responded to a possible attempted child luring incident at Torguson Park, located at 750 E North Bend Way in North Bend, WA. 

A mother called 911 to report that a suspicious male subject in the pa...

Update on Republic Services

In January, the City of North Bend formally requested that Republic Services provide customer billing credits and reimbursement for City expenses due to Republic’s extended time period without service in December, 2021 and January, 2022. &nb...

Mayor Rescinds Executive Orders Addressing City Hall Operations During Pandemic

Let’s get back to business in person! On Wednesday, March 30^th, 2022, Mayor Rob McFarland issued Executive Order No. 20-07. The purpose of the Order is to rescind previously issued Executive Orders 20-01 through 20-06, addressing operational aspects of Ci...

Mayor McFarland, City of North Bend Highlighted on Radio Talk Show

In honor of Twin Peaks Day, Mayor Rob McFarland was featured on CBC Vancouver radio talk show On the Coast with Gloria Macarenko, Wednesday afternoon, February 24^th.

During the radio segment, Mayor Rob was asked many questions about touri...