Bellevue Community Center Building and Sustainability Information

• Bicycle parking
• Green vehicle parking
• Native, drought tolerant plants reduce water demand for irrigation. Outdoor water use reduction of 57%.
• 8 electric vehicle charging stations.
• Water efficient plumbing fixtures, resulting in potable water use reduction of 40%.
• Sub-meters & sensors help Metro monitor & manage energy use. 21% energy cost savings.
• East-facing passive solar orientation shields direct sunlight.
• 430 solar panels offset 37% of the center’s electricity consumption.
• Durable, low-maintenance design includes concrete floors, CMU walls, & exposed ceilings. 35% of building products, by cost, contain recycled content.
• Recycling collection areas are located throughout the facility. 78% of construction waste was diverted from the landfill.
• Offices and conference rooms are equipped with occupancy sensors for lighting.
• White roofs with a high solar reflective index minimize urban heat islands.
• Low-emitting paint, adhesives, sealants, and composite wood products. 100% of flooring and ceiling products third-party tested for VOC emissions evaluation certification.
• Green Housekeeping practices are used throughout the facilities.

Fitness / Movement Rooms - Fitness rooms, equipped with televisions, treadmills, stair steppers, stationary bikes, weight machines, and other exercise equipment, are located on the first floor. The track and open fitness areas are located on the second floor. The Movement Studio on the first floor has mirrored walls, Barre, and specially designed wood floor.

Demonstration Kitchen - The Community Center features a fully equipped demonstration kitchen that is handicap accessible. The galley style kitchen provides plenty of counterspace.

Lactation Room - The employee lactation room is equipped with comfortable seating, table and a sink. It is located on the first floor of the Community Center between the locker rooms and family restroom.