The City of Bellingham Design Review Board convened on October 7, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. to conduct an Early Design Guidance meeting for a proposed mixed-use development at 2801 Meridian Street. Board members Ryan Van Straten (Chair), Coby Jones, and Robert Wright attended, along with Planning staff Sarah Ullman and administrative staff Fiona Starr. The meeting featured presentations from the development team including Jack Bloss of AVT Consulting, property owner Mike Schott, and project architect Sergio Ruiz.