Summary
In this episode of Vue From The Top, host Melissa Morandi sits down with Bellevue Mayor Charlie Cleves and Assistant City Administrator Sam Shelton to discuss the exciting expansion of Bellevue Beach Park. The conversation covers how the city secured the property from the DuPont family, the vision for connecting Bellevue to Dayton through Riverfront Commons, and the potential for a new amphitheater and event space along the river.
Mayor Cleves and Shelton share personal stories about the property’s history, the importance of acting quickly to secure it, and how the expansion will solve challenges like event space, connectivity, and parking. They also outline next steps, including community input, design planning, and exploring grants and sponsorships to bring the vision to life.
The episode closes with a look at upcoming community events in Bellevue, including Art in the Park, the Farmers’ Market Tailgate edition, and the annual Fall Fest at Bellevue Beach Park.