Bellevue is a major regional job center, with more people (130,000-plus) working in the city than living in it. It is a leader in commerce, not only for the Eastside, but for the entire region. A diversified mix of industries exists in Bellevue, with retail and service sectors being the largest. Bellevue's success as a place for thriving businesses is reflected in the statistics, news articles and city planning materials included here. (from www.BellevueWA.gov)

Located between Washington's dramatic Cascade mountain range and sparkling Puget Sound, and surrounded by towering evergreen forests, Redmond is known for its natural beauty. In a city with 34 parks and over 25 miles of trails, it's easy to forget that you're within 20 minutes of downtown Seattle and a short ride away from great skiing! (from www.Redmond.gov)

A blend of small-town atmosphere with a suburban character, the city also enjoys a unique core of urban lifestyles and conveniences. It is characterized by quality neighborhoods, vibrant natural features, and outstanding recreational opportunities. A variety of community gathering places provide numerous civic, cultural, and educational opportunities. Residents are actively involved in the decisions that shape the community and ensure a special sense of place. (from www.ci.sammamish.wa.us)

Our community of 24,000+ is conveniently located off the I-90 corridor just 16 miles east of Seattle. As one of the fastest growing communities in Washington, this once logging and mining village has become the northwest destination for living, working, playing and doing business in the 21st Century. Known as the “Issaquah Alps”, Cougar, Tiger & Squak mountains form the natural wonders at the base of the Cascades for boundless opportunities to enjoy outdoor sports and activities. (from www.ci.Issquah.WA.US)

For family-oriented people who want to escape from urban sprawl, Newcastle combines the convenience and choices of urban living with the comfort and community of a small town. Only in Newcastle can residents and visitors live, work, shop, and play with stunning views, commute easily to the best jobs in the Pacific Northwest, and return home to live in balance with nature in a community that respects their values. (from www.ci.Newcastle.WA.US)

Kirkland lies on the northeastern shores of Lake Washington, a stone’s throw from Seattle over the I-520 Evergreen Point floating bridge. No other city has as many waterfront parks on this lake as Kirkland. Tree-lined boulevards, a low-rise downtown, lanes of boutique shops and restaurants, intriguing outdoor sculptures, many positioned for public interaction, and people engaging in all kinds of recreation, give Kirkland a feeling of being permanently on vacation. Peel away the first impression of those 'expensive' lakefront condos, and visitors discover what locals have always known-that Kirkland is an authentic, accessible, and affordable place to visit, walk around and play. (from www.ci.Kirkland.WA.US)

Located on Puget Sound in Washington State, and covering 2,134 square miles, King County is nearly twice as large as the average county in the United States. With more than 1.8 million people, it also ranks as the 13th most populous county in the nation. (From www.MetroKC.gov)