MEYDENBAUER BAY PARK PHASE II:
We are in touch with the City of Bellevue Park Department and are waiting to hear about the first meeting with the design team from Berger & Associates. The MBNA will have a seat at the table when this process starts. 
 
Demolition of the two older duplexes on the site should start soon. Engineers and surveyors should be on the site soon as well. 
 
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MILFOIL TREATMENT:
The annual Meydenbauer Bay Milfoil Treatment program is about to get underway with a scheduled start date of July 17th, which is the earliest it can be accomplished. This program, which is under the MBNA Permit, brings together treatment of the shoreline in front of the Yacht Club, the condos fronting the bay, the city docks, the park, and also individual homeowners who live on the Bay.
 
The MBNA Treatment Coordinator is Betty Mastropaolo, who can be reached at bmastro@gmail.com. Cost for single family homeowners is $350. The material used is DIQUAT which is approved by the EPA and DOE and is not harmful to humans or pets. Treatment is highly recommended this year as the hot weather in May gave these weeds an early start.
 
SAFETY AND WATER SAFETY IN MEYDENBAUER BAY:
This summer brings an increase in paddle boards, kayaks, swimmers and others using the bay. Be alert and remember to follow the speed and wake rules and the noise ordinances. The Mercer Island Marine Patrol will be a frequent sight in the bay where they will be checking boat registration, operator permits, and safety equipment. Do not be a violator!!!
 
SECURITY:
There are other levels of security ashore in the park, with the park Rangers (425-452-7225) and the Bellevue Police 911. Please lock your car and boat and keep your valuables out of sight.
 
DO NOT FEED THE GEESE OR OTHER WATERFOWL:
We have had several closures of the Meydenbauer Park swim beach due to high levels of E Coli bacteria. One of the contributing factors of this is goose poop. Feeding geese and other waterfowl makes this problem worse. 
 
BELLEVUE CITY COUNCIL ELECTION, FALL 2023:
This fall, there are four City Council seats available with eight people running. Two are incumbents with six challengers. The MBNA will be sponsoring a Candidate Forum to be held on October 12, 2023, at the Overlake Golf Club. There will be more information sent out on this as we get closer to the events.
 
SEA LION IN THE BAY:
Several weeks ago, a large California Sea Lion was seen in the Bay by at least two people at two different times. This situation has been reported to the proper wildlife agencies and the police. The Sea Lion was no doubt in the lake after salmon and appears to have moved on. If sighted, it should be avoided, but reported to the MBNA at 425-785-9000.

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The MBNA is a 501C3 Non-Profit Corporation. Our mission is to preserve, protect and enhance the quality of Meydenbauer Bay. As we approach the planning, design, and eventual construction of Phase II of the park, it is anticipated that we will be hiring consultants in the areas of Traffic, Parking, Design, and Legal. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
1100 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 8A
Box 278
Bellevue, WA 98004

(1) MILFOIL TREATMENT: WATERFRONT PROPERTY OWNERS: As you can see, the milfoil in the Bay is particularly thick this year. Each year, the MBNA, together with the City of Bellevue, Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club, the Condominium Homeowners Associations around the Bay, and 35-40 private waterfront property owners pay to have non-native invasive milfoil around the Bay treated for eradication when permitted by the State of Washington. For further information, contact Betty Mastropaolo at bmastro@gmail.com.     
   
(2) DO NOT FEED THE GEESE OR OTHER WATERFOWL: We have had several closures of the Meydenbauer Park swim beach due to high levels of E Coli bacteria. One of the contributing factors of this is goose poop. Feeding geese and other waterfowl makes this problem worse.     
   
(3) CRIME AND CAR PROWLS: This is the season for crime and car prowls in and around the parks, as well as parking areas adjacent to them. Please lock your cars, do not leave personal items, valuables, bags or containers in visible locations in your vehicles. Homes, boats, cars, etc. should keep windows and doors shut and locked at all times. Call 911 to report any theft.    
   
(4) SPEED, NOISE AND BOAT WAKES ON THE BAY: The city, Marine Patrol and others are reviewing the need for speed and wake reduction for boats in Meydenbauer Bay. No changes are planned for this year, but please be courteous, follow existing speed and wake rules, and be aware of noise issues within the Bay.     
   
(5) SECURITY AND SAFETY IN MEYDENBAUER BAY: Within the Meydenbauer Bay Park, visitor moorage and marina: Park Rangers can be reached at (425) 452-7225, Mercer Island Marine Patrol at (206) 275-7920 or 911, Bellevue Police at (766) 0446 or 911.     
   
(6) LAKE LEVEL: The water level in Lake Washington is at a high summer level due to a cool spring, reduced snow melt, fewer lockages also due to cooler weather, high fuel prices, and COVID. The Army Corps of Engineers has been maintaining their target level of 22’ above sea level but expects levels to drop by a foot or so as the weather warms up and activity increases.     
 
(7) SEAFAIR: Seafair will be upon us in three weeks after two years of COVID. Be safe so everyone can enjoy the races and the Blue Angels with their new F-18 Superhornets this year.  

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The MBNA is a 501C3 Non-Profit Corporation. Our mission is to preserve, protect and enhance the quality of Meydenbauer Bay. As we approach the planning, design, and eventual construction of Phase II of the park, it is anticipated that we will be hiring consultants in the areas of Traffic, Parking, Design, and Legal. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
1100 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 8A
Box 278
Bellevue, WA 98004

Happy Fourth of July Meydenbauer Bay Neighbors Association: There is a lot going on around the Bay that we want you to know about.  

Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club Spring Lunch: On June 8th, MBYC sponsored its spring lunch, bringing together the following agencies and organizations who interact in Meydenbauer Bay: Bellevue Police Department, Medina Police Department, Mercer Island Marine Patrol, Bellevue Park Department, REI, MBYC Youth Sailing, Meydenbauer Bay Neighbors Association, A Representative from all the Condominium Association from the Bay, and the Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club. Items discussed included Water Safety, Crime and Homelessness, Schedule for Phase II of the Meydenbauer Bay Park, Speed and Wake issues in the Bay, Parking, Traffic, Indian Gillnetting, Noise, and other areas of mutual interest.  

Water Safety, Speed, and Wake Restrictions: It has been suggested by the City, some residents around the Bay, and others that speed and wake restrictions within the Bay be considered. This issue is being studied while trying to keep safety, the rights and interests of the water skiers, boaters, paddleboards, kayaks, sailors, swimmers, and wakeboarders and property owners in mind—a difficult task! Any thoughts or opinions on this topic would be welcome.  

Meydenbauer Bay Park Beach Pollution and Closure: The Meydenbauer Bay Park swimming beach was planned to be open by June 25th. However, water samples taken by King County revealed high levels of Ecoli bacteria in the water which delayed the opening for approximately two weeks. It is believed that this was caused by the large number of Canadian geese in the Bay. All residents, boaters, and park visitors are advised not to feed geese or other waterfowl to avoid beach and park closures.  

Milfoil Treatment: Each year, the Meydenbauer Bay Neighbors Association, together with the City of Bellevue, Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club, the Condominiums facing the Bay, and single-family residents on the Bay treat the water by using a licensed and approved applicator. This treatment for the invasive species of Eurasian Milfoil and Brazilian Elodea will be performed on July 18, 2022, a date authorized by the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife.  
Shots fired, Fourth of July, Parking and Traffic: During the week of June 20th, we received reports that shots were fired at approximately 2:00 a.m. near or in the park. Bellevue police investigated and thought it could have been fireworks. All residents are reminded that gunfire and fireworks are illegal and will be prosecuted. Residents are invited to enjoy the City of Bellevue fireworks display at the downtown park; however, they are cautioned to obey parking and traffic regulations while doing so.  

Visitor Moorage: The City of Bellevue Park Rangers will be enforcing security and usage of the City of Bellevue Visitor Moorage at the City dock at the foot of 100th Street.  

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The MBNA is a 501C3 Non-Profit Corporation. Our mission is to preserve, protect and enhance the quality of Meydenbauer Bay. As we approach the planning, design, and eventual construction of Phase II of the park, it is anticipated that we will be hiring consultants in the areas of Traffic, Parking, Design, and Legal. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
1100 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 8A
Box 278
Bellevue, WA 98004

Find out what initiatives the City of Bellevue and the Bellevue Police Department are taking on to address public safety, respond to future growth and work effectively with the downtown community. Program includes a Q&A with Chief Shirley and Captain Barnwell, a full breakfast, and the opportunity to network before and after the talk. READ MORE ❯

The MBNA is a 501C3 Non-Profit Corporation. Our mission is to preserve, protect and enhance the quality of Meydenbauer Bay. As we approach the planning, design, and eventual construction of Phase II of the park, it is anticipated that we will be hiring consultants in the areas of Traffic, Parking, Design, and Legal. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
1100 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 8A
Box 278
Bellevue, WA 98004

It has been too long since we at the MBNA updated you on matters around Meydenbauer Bay. The COVID-19 pandemic has put most projects behind, including those that pertain to the City of Bellevue and our communications. We would like to bring you up to date on several important topics.
 
Milfoil Treatment: As you will recall, the MBNA coordinates the annual eradication treatment of milfoil between the City of Bellevue, Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club, single-family residents of the Bay, and several of the waterfront condos on the Bay. Due to Federal and State regulations, this cannot be completed until salmon hatching season is over in mid-July. At that  time, treatment by our licensed applicator, Northwest Aquatic Eco-Systems is scheduled for July 16, 2021. The milfoil bloom this year has been extremely vigorous due to warmer weather. For those of you single-family homeowners who would like treatment, the price remains at $330. We urge you to contact the MBNA at: bmastro@gmail.com or marvinbpeterson@msn.com to arrange for this treatment.
 
Meydenbauer Bay  Park Phase II: Design work for Phase II of the park, which was scheduled to start in 2020, was pushed back due to COVID-19. Very preliminary discussions are now underway to begin design work in 2021, and we expect the City to send out a Request for Proposal for the design work before the end of the year. The MBNA will be monitoring this process closely as it requires parking and traffic studies and other access issues to be addressed.
 
The Grand Connection: Some of you may have heard about this initiative on the part of the city. When completed, this pedestrian pathway will connect all Bellevue Parks, and also provide access from Lake Sammamish to Lake Washington. The MBNA will be involved as the connection reaches Meydenbauer Bay Park after crossing Main Street.
 
Marine Patrol and Policing on the Water: The recent movement in some cities to “Defund the Police” has resulted in the City of Seattle cutting their Harbor Patrol Unit from 28 officers to 15. Because of this forced reduction, their ability to patrol has been eliminated, and they are now only responding to emergencies. Because of this, they have terminated their contracts to patrol Medina and Hunts Point. This has now placed a heavier burden on the Mercer Island Marine Patrol who patrol Bellevue, Renton, and Mercer Island. Response times will be lengthened and frequency will be reduced. We are concerned that these reductions will cause a shift in anchoring and swimming from Andrews Bay by Seward Park to Meydenbauer Bay, and we are in the process of preparing for these changes as much as possible.
 
Water Safety and Security: There have already been three drownings in two days in Lake Washington, with one just outside Meydenbauer Bay. The lake is still extremely cold due to increased snow melt in the mountains, and we urge all boaters, swimmers, and paddle boarders to use increased caution while enjoying the Bay. We also urge extreme caution for power boats operating in the Bay to avoid these people powered vessels.
 
The November Bellevue City Council Election: Three members on the current City Council are up for reelection this fall. Current Mayor Lynne Robinson and Council Members Jared Nieuwenhuis and Conrad Lee will be running again in November. It is anticipated that the MBNA will have a candidate forum prior to this event.
 
As most of you know, the MBNA is a 501C3 Non-Profit Corporation. Our mission is to preserve, protect and enhance the quality of Meydenbauer Bay. As we approach the planning, design, and eventual construction of Phase II of the park, it is anticipated that we will be hiring consultants in the areas of Traffic, Parking, Design, and Legal. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
1100 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 8A
Box 278
Bellevue, WA 98004

Please note there will be a private fireworks display in Meydenbauer Bay at midnight, 31 December.  The fireworks will be launched from a barge in the Bay on the Medina side. The display will last approximately six minutes.  The fireworks are part of a private celebration at the home of a Medina resident. The display should be visible to most Bay residents and the surrounding area. The Mercer Island Marine Patrol will be present. The fireworks will be 
discharged by licensed technicians in coordination with local jurisdiction and fire safety requirements.

At year’s end we all receive numerous invitations to support our favorite charities. We hope you will include MBNA in your giving.  The coming year will bring increased activity and financial needs for MBNA as we work on attaining our goals for the last Phase of the park which impact traffic and livability in our area. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
1100 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 8A
Box 278
Bellevue, WA 98004
 
We wish everyone a wonderful holiday season.

We have received several reports of theft in the neighborhood over the last few days.  Jon Abood, manager of the City Marina, reported that last Sunday night three paddle boards and related gear (paddles, life jackets, etc.) were stolen from the dock itself as well as boats on dock # 3 of the City Marina.
 
Jon also noted that at around 6 am, 25 July, an unlocked garage was entered on Shoreland Drive. Tools, boating and automotive equipment were taken.  
 
Please secure your property which will help discourage further theft. Please do not leave valuables on docks or have items visible in moored boats or parked cars.  
 
Thank you very much & happy summer.
 
Your friends at MBNA.

As you know, the MBNA runs on donations. We are a 501c3 corporation, and your donations are tax deductible. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
1100 Bellevue Way NE, Ste 8A
Box 278
Bellevue, WA 98004

After an MBNA meeting with city officials and police about issues of common interest, the representatives of the Whalers Cove and The Vue condominiums (between 99th and 100th avenues on Lake Washington Blvd.) sent a letter to Bellevue City Manager Brad Miyake with the following concerns:

• Current plans for the new Meydenbauer Bay Beach Park include only simple crosswalks on Lake Washington Blvd (LWB) at 99th Ave.
  
• The new park will draw many new visitors seeking to cross LWB, many after dark under the current plan to allow park visitors up to 11 pm. 
• Even without the park, crossing LWB anywhere but at the 100th traffic light or the 94th crosswalk is hazardous given the curve and the speeding traffic on LWB.
• We also noted the new flashing lights in two places along 100th Ave. for pedestrians using the new Downtown Park; we believe LWB should get at least equal, if not better, pedestrian protection.
• The City’s current posture seems to be to wait a year after the Park is opened to see if there is sufficient demand for more pedestrian protection. 

In a response to our letter, the City’s Traffic Engineering Manager, Chris Long, said this project will be added to the current prioritized list for funding consideration in the fall.  Since he recognized that the crossing will benefit from infrastructure put in place by the Parks department, the cost of any future installation will be reduced.
 
A facility being built under current traffic conditions should have the necessary safety measure put in place coincident with park construction.  We intend to continue our efforts to ensure greater pedestrian safety, mitigating the possibility of a tragic accident at this increasingly busy pedestrian crossing.
 
We need your help--support MBNA’s efforts by communicating with City Hall & City Council on this issue.  City Council members should welcome the opportunity to stand up for public safety.  Emails to the City Manager can be sent to Brad Miyake at BMiyake@bellevuewa.gov.
 
As you know, the MBNA runs on donations. We are a 501c3 corporation, and your donations are tax deductible. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:

MBNA
227 Bellevue Way NE, PMB 278
Bellevue WA 98004

One of our residents in the Meydenbauer Bay neighborhood reported a serious attempted break-in at the door next to their garage.  A crow bar was used to try to remove the door’s security plate.  This happened at the condominium across from the Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club at the foot of 100th Ave.
 
A second incident was reported in the same area when a resident found a stash of hypodermic needles in the shrubbery adjacent to the same garage.  The resident saw signs that someone was “living” in the shrubbery.
 
The police were called in both cases.  We have been advised by the police to report anything and everything, and document incidents with a police report, which is different than a mere call to 911. Reporting incidents like these gives our neighborhood additional police coverage and may prevent even more serious incidents in the future.

As you know, the MBNA runs on donations. We are a 501c3 corporation, and your donations are tax deductible. Donations can be made using Paypal or mail check to:
MBNA
227 Bellevue Way NE, PMB 278
Bellevue WA 98004

The Meydenbauer Bay Neighbors Association will hold this year’s Candidate Forum on Thursday, Oct. 12 at 7 PM at Overlake Golf and Country Club.
 
The Candidates will address important issues facing Bellevue, including:

• Traffic
  
• Parking
• Homelessness
• Neighborhood Development
• Safety

 
This Forum will allow you to meet the Candidates and the Candidates to present their positions on the issues so we can make the best choices to govern the City of Bellevue after the November elections.
 
The Forum will be held at Overlake Golf and Country Club, 8000 NE 16th Street in Medina.  There is plenty of parking available.  Refreshments will be provided and there is no charge for attending the Forum.