Inside Bellingham

Inside Bellingham is an award-winning series produced by the City of Bellingham that gives viewers a peek inside city government programs, activities and people. The January 2006 episode also features a new look as well as a new host, Bellingham resident Doug Waldo. The current episode of Inside Bellingham airs on BTV10 several times per week; see the BTV10 program schedule for current times.

Inside Bellingham Online

Monthly episodes of Inside Bellingham are available online within the first 5 business days of each calendar month, beginning in 2006. Notes: Videos require Windows Media Player and a broadband Internet connection. Video and audio materials are usually available within the first five business days of the month. If you experience difficulties accessing these materials, please refer to our website technical support page.

Episode Highlights	Video	Audio
May 2008 A visit with Mayor's Arts Award winner Ben Mann Mock crash teaches students about drunk driving Paramedics test life-saving equipment Watch Museum construction in progress Keep sidewalks safe for pedestrians Choosing transportation priorities
Mar 2008 Meet Council Member Barry Buchanan A Backstage Tour of the Mount Baker Theatre Live Jazz in Bellingham Where to Take Your Green Yard Waste The Mayor's 100-Day Plan
Feb 2008 A Visit to the Bellingham International Maritime Museum Finally..something the world can really use...a better pothole filler The City's new phone system means new phone numbers The Skate Park is a busy place..even in winter Meet new Council Member Jack Weiss
Jan 2008 Meet new Council Member Stan Snapp from Ward 4 Applying for Small & Simple Grants to enrich our community The Powerful Lewis Hine Photo Exhibit at the Whatcom Museum Stormwater Abatement Projects Around Lake Whatcom Reservoir
Dec 2007 Welcome to Bellingham Mayor Dan Pike 28th Annual Allied Arts Holiday Festival Police Senior Volunteer Program Visiting Fairhaven Village Essence of Bellingham Photo Competition New City website City "Green Team" Firefighter training for vehicle accidents
Oct / Nov 2007 Visit the Happy Valley Neighborhood Learn about neighborhood emergency preparedness Protecting trees and planting more keeps our lake clean Community planning for pandemic emergencies Safe routes to school keep kids movin'! Clean up agreement moves waterfront project forward Join in the Police Citizens' Academy
Sep 2007 Visit the South Hill Neighborhood Partners break ground on new Art and Children's Museum Mount Baker Theatre season of grand performances and remodeling projects Why pet waste and drinking water shouldn't mix Federal grant supports historic preservation Mayor Tim Douglas update on city priorities Movin' to the sounds of outdoor music
Aug 2007 From the City's Roosevelt Neighborhood Kim Spens introduces us to pesticide free gardening right here in Bellingham Hundreds "Got Movin'" this summer with a City sponsored fun day at Civic Field Environmental Coordinator, Renee' LaCroix shows us one of her favorite spots in the City A clean sweep downtown means new "no parking" hours Roosevelt neighbors "pitch-in" with some great community enhancement ideas Just what is the City's "Crime Prevention Fair" ?
Jul 2007 Visiting the York Neighborhood Lowell School spiffs up playground with city grant Cruise the waterfront on the WhatcomMuseum Boat Cruise Recent high school graduate wins city photo contest Arms and legs propel Lake Whatcom kayak enthusiasts New Coast Millenium Trail segments complete Highlights of Paddle to Lummi events, National Night Out Against Crime, and more!
Jun 2007 A visit to Bellingham’s central business district A Lummi master carver introduces a new healing pole Keeping cars off the road to help keep pollution out of Lake Whatcom. Holly Street - the gateway to Bellingham’s downtown A local agency helps handle urban wildlife Bellingham’s fireworks laws Check the Leisure Guide for a summer of fun!
May 2007 City launches emergency management program Disaster preparedness tips for individuals and families Motorists and cyclists share the road! Safety on city trails Lake-friendly gardening with native plans Bellingham celebrated as Green Power Community Visiting the Guide/Meridian Cordata neighborhood
Apr 2007 Speed bump or speed hump - Who puts them on the streets and why Reed Canary Grass an unwelcome guest in our parks Kim spens on the health of our only water supply A great asset to crime prevention in the downtown area returns
Feb/Mar 2007 The "Lettered Streets", Bellingham's oldest neighborhood, a whirlwind tour Kim Spens takes us out for a look at the source of our precious drinking water Brian Flannelly shows us just what fire fighters are up to, between emergencies A visit to the library to learn about plans for a new building and expanded services The oldest brick building in all of Washington State and plans to protect it
Jan 2007 Mayor Tim Douglas lists his important City priorities for 2007 Visit the 2006 Public Works' Capital Projects and see how your tax dollars are being spent Andy Rowlson is one important guy to City staff... find out why See the storm damage and clean up efforts in city parks It's Inside Bellingham revisited..clips from our favorite stories in 2006
Dec 2006 New Year's fun with the Resolution Run and Polar Swim. Tips for keeping your holiday tree safe from fire. A peek behind the scenes at the 9-1-1 center. A look at the important partnership between the city and local tourism. Streamside restorations that provide healthy habitat for salmon. And more!
Nov 2006 Neighborhood improvements at Happy Valley Park. A visit with Mayor Tim Douglas, who shares his priorities for his year in office. A peek behind the scenes at key features of the city’s Civic Field complex. A look at the important partnership between the city and the Bellingham Food Bank, a lifeline in our community. A week in the “life” of the Public Works Department. And more!
Oct 2006 An update on the New Whatcom (Georgia Pacific Site) Waterfront Revitalization Project "On the Job" with Traffic Officer Al Wright and his Harley Kim Spens gets us started on Bellingham's attractive running trails The great work of the Youth Conservation Corps in our community
Sep 2006 Skilled and radical cyclists at Bellingham's dirt jump park Youth at work volunteering in our community during a "summer of service" Mayor Mark tells about his experience as Mayor, and his new job protecting clean air Protecting the environment while washing your car And more!
Aug 2006 Young entrepreneurs in action at the Children’s Craft Fair A peek behind the scenes at key features of Depot Market Square, including the use of environmentally friendly building materials A visit with artists whose sculptures are on display in the city’s Civic Center Joining in the fun at Bellingham’s “spray” parks, a new way to stay cool in the summer
Jul 2006 Thoughts about urban planning from the new Planning Director, Tim Stewart A musical performance by Saxquatch performing in concert at Big Rock Park On the job with Jennifer Eliuk from the Permit Center Kim Spens visits with Brian Griffen at Village Green in Fairhaven Officer Tara Fleetwood gets us thinking about National Night Out Against Crime Rainbarrels...build your own water conservation project.
Jun 2006 Using high tech tools to save lives during building fires A day with the preschool class at Bloedel Donovan Park A big “thank you” to voters for approving the Greenways III levy New rules for boating on Lake Whatcom Tips for registering to do business in Bellingham And more!
May 2006 Public spaces designed for dogs and their owners What to do with all your lawn clippings and yard waste FireBelle, the little fire boat that can The 2006 Mayor's Arts Awards
April 2006 Teen driving information from the Bellingham Police Department Preservation programs and a museum exhibit highlighting the city’s historic buildings Lake Padden Golf Course Tips for making sure your smoke alarm does its job when you need it the most A day in the life of Municipal Court Commissioner Pete Smiley
March 2006 Tips from the Bellingham Police Department for safeguarding personal information and preventing identity theft Easy-to-use self-service stations that allow Bellingham Public Library patrons to check out materials without staff assistance Exciting additions to Taylor Dock, including a new picnic shelter, dinghy dock, public restrooms, and an accessible path for people with disabilities Using the city’s Permit Center when planning building and remodeling projects Examples of how city services are being made more accessible to people who have hearing impairments On the Job: Frank Wood, Facilities Maintenance worker
Feb 2006 A peek behind the scenes at the Whatcom Museum of History and Art Fun and fitness at the Sportsplex, a unique and successful public/private partnership On the Job: Karen Flaherty, Police Records Manager An update on several key capital construction projects now underway by the Public Works Department Tips for bicyclists and motorists to safely navigate the dark days of winter
Jan 2006 A "ride-a-long" with the Bellingham Police Department "Party Patrol," emphasizing the city's work to curb underage drinking and large, noisy house parties Fun and fitness at the Arne Hanna Aquatic Center On the Job: Jeff Jewel, photo historian for the Whatcom Museum of History and Art The Bayview Cemetery Habitat improvements at the Post Point Lagoon Safety and emergency tips from the Bellingham Fire Department