Good morning, this is your Bellingham Local Frequency for Tuesday, March 11, 2025.Bellingham residents are waking up to a busy day ahead as the city continues to buzz with activity. The Bellingham City Council is set to meet this evening at 7 PM, with daytime committee meetings scheduled throughout the day. If you're interested in local governance, you can find more information on viewing options and public participation at meetings.cob.org.For those looking to get involved in community projects, the Historic Preservation Commission is holding a meeting from 4 to 6 PM today. This is a great opportunity to learn about and contribute to the conservation of Bellingham's historic resources.Art enthusiasts will be pleased to know that Allied Arts of Whatcom County is hosting an event called "Ripple Effects: The Power of Fiction and Visual Art" from 11 AM to 4 PM at their location on Cornwall Avenue. This promises to be an engaging exploration of the intersection between literature and visual arts.In transportation news, the city is continuing its efforts to improve infrastructure. The James Street Multimodal Improvements and James and Bakerview Intersection Improvements projects are ongoing, with updates available on the city's website.For those concerned about public safety, the Bellingham Police Department has reported 84 DUI arrests since the start of the year. With St. Patrick's Day approaching, authorities are preparing for increased patrols to ensure road safety.Looking ahead to the weekend, the Bellingham Farmers Market will be in full swing on Saturday. It's a perfect opportunity to support local producers and pick up some fresh, seasonal goods.Nature lovers will be happy to hear that the city's tree coupon program is still active. Residents can stop by the Farmers Market booth near the goat statue to pick up a free tree, contributing to the growth of Bellingham's urban forest.For those interested in community discussions, the Bellingham Public Library is hosting two events this week. Today, you can join "The Art of Community: Voter Engagement" from 2:30 to 4 PM, and tomorrow, there's the "Learning Together Forum: Sustainable Cities and Communities" at the same time.Lastly, don't forget that the Bellingham Queer Collective is hosting several events this week, including a Rainbow Elders Coffee Talk tomorrow and a Trans Masc Nonbinary Meetup on Friday.This has been Bellingham Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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