At Wednesday night’s meeting, the Bellevue city council unanimously agreed to renew its agreement with Cincy Bike Share, Inc., perhaps better known under its more recognizable name: Red Bike. Councilman Steve Guidugli highlighted the city’s long history with the public-transit charity. “Red Bike’s been here over twelve years,” he said. The Bellevue city website describes […]
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Bellevue property tax for 2025-26 approved
At their October meeting, the Bellevue City Council approved the property tax rate of .364 per $100 of assessed valuation of real property (real estate). This rate represents the compensating rate plus a 4% increase, which is the maximum allowed by the state to help cover inflationary costs. The rate for personal property has been […]
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Bellevue gets state assistance to address Gilligan Field flooding issues
Bellevue received welcome news this month that could lead to a resolution regarding flooding issues at the newly renovated Gilligan Field sports complex. With a total cost of $8.4 million, the renovation includes major upgrades to Gilligan Field and Stadium, featuring new turf, as well as enhancements to the Ben Flora Gymnasium. Flooding after heavy […]
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Bellevue proposes 2025-26 property tax rate
After a brief public hearing on the matter on Sept. 10, the Bellevue City Council heard a first reading on the proposed property tax rate for the fiscal year 2025-26. The rate, .364 per $100 of assessed valuation of real property (real estate), represents the compensating rate plus the 4% increase, the maximum allowed by […]
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Bellevue declares ‘Mary Jane Williamson Day’ in honor of 101-year-old resident
Bellevue Mayor Charlie Cleves declared July 9 “Mary Jane Williamson Day” in honor of Williamson, who will celebrate her 101st birthday on July 26, 2025. Williamson was unable to attend, although family said she would be home watching. Many members of her family were on hand to accept the honor for her and to share […]
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Did you know Bellevue has a Human Rights Commission?
Bellevue’s Human Rights Commission has yet to receive a formal complaint since its inception, but members wonder if that is due to a lack of awareness, and they’re taking steps to address this. Whayne Herriford, chair of the commission, addressed the city council with an update at its July 9 city council meeting. The commission […]
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Issues, concerns rise between Bellevue city leaders and local businesses
Tensions between Bellevue city administrators and some residents, including members of the local business community, made for some uncomfortable exchanges at the city’s June council meeting. In his report to the city, Mayor Charlie Cleves read aloud several Facebook posts from residents expressing anger and concern on a variety of topics. “I’d like to address […]
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City of Bellevue engineer shares updates on grant-funded projects
Bellevue City Engineer Mike Yeager was at the June 11 council meeting to share an update on several grant-funded city projects. Yeager, who is contracted with the city through Compass Infrastructure Group, said to the council, “There are a lot of projects going on. And if you compare Bellevue to any other city in Northern […]
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Bellevue honors first woman to serve on city council
Bellevue Mayor Charlie Cleves proclaimed June 11 to be Carol Schoulthies Day, honoring the first woman to serve on the Bellevue City Council. The proclamation, made during the city’s June council meeting, honors Schoulthies, a lifelong resident of Bellevue, for 50 years of service to the community, said Cleves. The mayor noted her dedication to […]
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Bellevue introduces new assistant city administrator
Sam Shelton is taking over as Bellevue’s new assistant to the city administrator. City Administrator Frank Warnock made the announcement and introduced Shelton at the Bellevue City Council meeting last week. He will take over the position from Pierce Turner, who is moving on to take a position in Erlanger. Known for his signature bow […]