FAQ

A: Bellevue is a diverse city that requires diverse options for participating in civic life. For busy professionals, families with young children, youth, and many others coming to a public hearing or meeting is inconvenient or even intimidating. By providing on online platform for feedback and discussion we can make it easier for more people to participate. 

A: Each project on Engaging Bellevue is unique and will use different tools to collect feedback and foster discussion. Just click on the project that you are interested in to learn more, ask specific questions, take surveys, share ideas, and discuss with your neighbors.

A: To sign up, simply click on the “Sign In” or “Register” button at the top right of any page. There you will be asked to:

·  Choose a username and password

·  Answer a few questions about yourself

·  Go to your email to confirm your information

·  Return to Engaging Bellevue to complete your registration

A: While registration is not required to access Engaging Bellevue and get information, it is necessary for many of the more interactive engagement opportunities. We ask you to register to the website for a few reasons.

• It promotes accountability and encourages people to provide more thoughtful responses because feedback can be attributed to them.
• It helps us understand who we are hearing from so we can make sure we are hearing from a broad range of people and perspectives.
• It also means that we can let you know any news if something major changes about the projects you are interested in.

A: Yes, you can use this website anonymously. Even when you register and post comments, your anonymity is protected because you are identified by your chosen screen name.

A: Yes! Your privacy is absolutely protected and the city will only use your email to contact you with updates and to invite you to participate in projects.

Your email address will not be distributed to any third party or used for any other purpose. We do not ask for your personal details or require them at any time as part of your participation. For more information, see the platform Privacy Policy.

A: City staff reads and considers all feedback, comments, ideas and questions to understand how the public feels about specific issues. All feedback is considered; however, that doesn’t mean that every suggestion will be incorporated into the final decision. Note: All comments you make through this website will become public records for anyone to read.

A:  Engaging Bellevue is coordinated by City of Bellevue's Community Development team.

If you have any questions about content, or the site please email  support@engagementhq.com.

If you have a question regarding a specific project, please contact the relevant project manager. Their contact details can be found in the "Who's Listening" section for each project.