Movies in the Park, National Night Out canceled due to wildfire smoke

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  Bellevue has canceled Movies in the Park“Movies in the Park at Downtown Park is canceled tonight due to poor air quality from wildfire smoke.”
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  Bellevue has canceled the Police Department's National Night Out celebration at Downtown Park“The Police Department's National Night Out celebration, also at Downtown Park today, has also been canceled due to the unhealthy air quality.”
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  The cancellations are due to poor air quality from wildfire smoke“Movies in the Park at Downtown Park is canceled tonight due to poor air quality from wildfire smoke. The Police Department's National Night Out celebration, also at Downtown Park today, has also been canceled due to the unhealthy air quality.”
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  The city cited health and safety concerns as the reason for the cancellations“While we’re disappointed to make these decisions, the health and safety of our staff and community members is our top priority.”
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  The city is moving forward with a request for proposals for its next solid waste collection contract“The City of Bellevue has issued a request for proposals for its next solid waste collection contract, inviting qualified companies to submit proposals for providing garbage, recycling and organics collection services.”
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  The procurement process will evaluate proposals based on best practices“Proposals will be evaluated on a variety of factors, including industry best practices, community needs, compliance with state laws and local policies, and innovative technology.”
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  The procurement process will evaluate proposals based on community needs“Proposals will be evaluated on a variety of factors, including industry best practices, community needs, compliance with state laws and local policies, and innovative technology.”
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  The procurement process will evaluate proposals based on innovative technology“Proposals will be evaluated on a variety of factors, including industry best practices, community needs, compliance with state laws and local policies, and innovative technology.”
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  A contract is expected to begin in July 2028“The new contract is expected to begin in July 2028 following a transition period.”
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  The procurement process will include a transition period“The new contract is expected to begin in July 2028 following a transition period.”