Bellevue Council fills parks, library board seats

The Bellevue City Council filled two vacancies on city boards Monday June 7.

The Bellevue City Council filled two vacancies on city boards Monday June 7.

Downtown resident and educator Mark Van Hollebeke was appointed to a four-year term on the Parks and Community Services Board, replacing Merle Keeney, whose term expired.

Loretta Lopez was appointed to a four-year term on the Bellevue Regional Library Board, replacing Dr. Robert Viens, whose term expired. Lopez, a businesswoman, is active in the Bridle Trails Community Club.

Board members are appointed by the mayor with the concurrence of the council. The Parks Board advises the council on parks and open space issues, and policies regarding community services. Library board members serve in an advisory capacity to the King County Library System.