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Bellevue City Council: 10/8/25 Oct 09, 2025

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The Bellevue City Council met on October 8, 2025, beginning with standard business items including the approval of previous minutes and the treasurer’s report. Mayor Charlie Cleves highlighted several upcoming community events, including the River Roots Celebration with a riverboat parade and fireworks on October 9, “Boo in the View” ghost stories on October 17, Fall Cleanup Week from October 19–25, and the “Touch-a-Truck” family event on November 1. The city also celebrated the installation of a new photo-op chair at Bellevue Beach Park, offering views of Cincinnati and the Big Mac Bridge. Trick-or-treating was officially set for October 31 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Reports from city departments noted a relatively quiet month for police activity and continued progress in fire and code enforcement efforts. The Fire Department responded to 186 calls in September and will honor three students who helped rescue a lost toddler. Code Enforcement reported steps toward reopening the long-vacant 110 Memorial Parkway property. Council approved Ordinance 2025-0901 to set the city’s property tax rate for the new fiscal year, introduced updates to solid waste regulations, and appointed three new members to the Board of Adjustment. The meeting concluded with the council entering executive session to discuss potential real estate matters.

This summary of the October 8, 2025 Bellevue City Council meeting was generated using AI and may contain minor inaccuracies. For official records, please refer to the city’s approved minutes or meeting video.

Bellevue Code Enforcement: 9/25/25 Sep 26, 2025

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The Bellevue Code Enforcement Board met on September 25, 2025, to review multiple property violation cases. One citation for a Prospect Street property was dismissed after the violations were abated. A chronic nuisance case at 451 Fourth Avenue, involving Clear Focus Properties LLC, was upheld with a $14,000 maximum fine, which will convert to a lien after 30 days due to ongoing neglect and failure to address numerous citations. Another case involved improper parking at 348 City Avenue, where the board issued a $50 fine after repeated complaints about vehicles parked in the yard. A vacant property at 208 Prospect Street, unregistered since the owner’s death in 2023, was fined $100 to prompt estate representatives to address maintenance and registration. Under old business, updates were given on prior violations, including abated issues and ongoing inspections of apartment complexes with safety and fire code concerns. The board also discussed potential use of subpoenas to require repeat violators to appear and testify on their progress in addressing problems.

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Bellevue City Council: 9/10/25 Sep 11, 2025

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The Bellevue City Council met on September 10, 2025. Council approved routine business, including financial claims across multiple city funds. Reports included updates on the school athletic complex flooding study, neighborhood association volunteer projects, and city events such as Art in the Park, the Farmers Market tailgate edition, and the upcoming Fall Fest.

Mayor Cleves announced the city’s purchase of property to expand Beach Park, calling it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for future generations. Police and fire chiefs reported on training, enforcement efforts, and new equipment, while Code Enforcement discussed citation procedures.

Audience members raised concerns about bamboo enforcement, missing pets, alley maintenance, and parking access.

Bellevue Code Enforcement: 8/28/25 Aug 29, 2025

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The Bellevue Code Enforcement Board met on August 28, 2025, to review several property violations. Cases included tall grass at vacant homes on Eden Avenue, one resulting in a $50 fine and another with the fine waived contingent on the grass being cut within two weeks. Another case at 308 Lafayette involved rubbish, damaged gutters, and long-standing neglect, leading to a $100 fine and 30 days to address the issues. The board also discussed an improperly placed parking pad and halted the project, noting zoning and historic district requirements. Additionally, they considered new measures such as issuing subpoenas to property owners with chronic violations, requiring them to report progress every 30 days. The meeting concluded with discussions of ongoing problem properties and efforts to ensure compliance.

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Bellevue City Council: 8/13/25 Aug 14, 2025

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At the August 13, 2025 Bellevue City Council meeting, members approved minutes from the previous meeting, reviewed the treasurer’s report, and heard updates from various departments. Highlights included community volunteer efforts by the Bellevue Neighborhood Association, upcoming events such as the Lavender Trail ribbon cutting, Dog Days of Summer at the Farmers’ Market, Bourbon in Bellevue, and Art in the Park. Reports from public safety and public services covered fire department training achievements, property maintenance issues including bamboo legislation, and infrastructure projects like Riviera Drive and Culvert Run. Business updates emphasized strong participation in recent “First Friday” events and new memberships in the In Vue Small Business Group. Council approved amendments to the employee handbook, appointed a new ABC administrator, and took action on the Harbor Green Development project and the purchase of land near Bellevue Beach Park. The meeting concluded with votes following an executive session.

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Bellevue City Council: 7/9/25 Jul 10, 2025

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Bellevue City Council: 7/9/25

Bellevue City Council: 6/11/25 Jun 12, 2025

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The Bellevue City Council meeting on June 11, 2025, was marked by a mix of celebrations, city updates, and public concerns. The council honored long-time community figure Tony Miller with a moment of silence and proclaimed June 11 as “Carol Schoulthies Day,” recognizing her more than 50 years of service as the city’s first councilwoman. Extensive updates were shared on ongoing infrastructure projects, with City Engineer Mike Yeager reporting over $5 million in grant funding secured for sidewalks, bridges, and street repairs. The mayor and council also responded at length to public criticisms and misinformation circulating on social media, especially regarding city expenditures, and employee compensation. Public comment focused heavily on concerns from small business owners over perceived favoritism, communication breakdowns, and calls for change in marketing leadership—though a contract renewal for the marketing services provider was ultimately approved by a 5–1 vote. The meeting also introduced new staff, including incoming assistant administrator Sam Shelton, and covered departmental reports from public services, fire, and code enforcement. Despite tensions, the council emphasized continued progress on budget implementation, public works, and grant-funded improvements.

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Bellevue Code Enforcement: 5/22/25 May 23, 2025

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The Bellevue Code Enforcement Board met on May 22, 2025, to address a series of property violations, with a particular focus on long-standing cases of blighted and unsafe structures. One major case involved a severely deteriorated property at 129 Retreat Street, which has been vacant since 2019 and poses significant safety risks to neighbors. The property owner, who has received multiple citations over the years, presented plans and partial funding to begin restoration efforts. The board granted a 30-day extension to demonstrate substantial progress. Other cases included violations at 348 Barry Avenue, where issues of trash accumulation and tenant responsibility were discussed, resulting in a $250 fine; and 300 Barry Avenue, a property repeatedly cited for poor conditions and ultimately fined $7,000 to initiate foreclosure proceedings. Additional fines were issued for unmaintained properties at 414 Center Street (cited for pest infestation and rubbish) and other locations with continued exterior violations. In several cases, absentee ownership and communication breakdowns contributed to delays in compliance. The meeting reflected a continued effort by the board to balance enforcement with opportunities for property owners to remedy violations.

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Bellevue City Council: 5/14/25 May 15, 2025

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The Bellevue City Council met on May 14, 2025, with a packed agenda focused on financial approvals, upcoming community events, waste collection contracts, and neighborhood concerns. Council approved financial claims across several city funds and celebrated multiple recognitions, including community media awards for local programming and an update from the Bellevue Neighborhood Association highlighting recent tree planting efforts. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed presentation and discussion of new solid waste and recycling service options from Rumpke. Council debated various service levels, including mandatory recycling and standardized toters, while also considering flexibility for residents. Due to the complexity of the decision and the joint contract with Dayton, council ultimately voted to delay action and hold a follow-up meeting within two weeks to gather more resident input. Public comments addressed issues such as invasive bamboo and the proposed use of license plate reader cameras. Council also held first readings of ordinances related to zoning changes and the upcoming fiscal year budget, and approved new contracts for accounting services and plant watering along Fairfield Avenue.

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Bellevue Planning & Zoning: 4/28/25 Apr 29, 2025

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