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GENERAL PUBLIC JACKIE
Bellevue Wisconsin 2020 Census Population sign. Photo by Jackie Krull
14+ SQ MILES LOCATED IN BROWN COUNTY, WISCONSIN

Beautiful View

Welcome to Bellevue, a charming destination that derives its name from the French words meaning 'beautiful view.' Established in mid-1856 and officially incorporated by the legislature on January 16, 1857, Bellevue embodies the essence of picturesque scenery. 

Belleview to Bellevue

On the 10th of July 1856, notice was published in the Green Bay Advocate that a new town had been set off from the towns of Green Bay and De Pere to be called the town of Belleview. 


On November 20th of that same year, it was voted in the county board that the portion of Brown County extending on the east bank of the Fox river to the point where the south line of the city of Green Bay strikes the river shall be constituted into a town to be called Manitou, with the election of officers to be held on the first Tuesday of April 1857.  


It was at first the pleasure of the county board that this choice bit of level farming land should be named after the beautiful winding Manitou stream that divided the town in two, called successively the Devil River and then the East River.  Belleview was finally the name agreed upon by Harry E. Eastman and Judge David Agry; and the name suited well the charming stretch of country lying between the two rivers and beyond. 


When first set off, Bellevue included what is now the town of Allouez, from which it was separated in 1873. The territory now composing it comprises that portion of the original town lying east of East River, in all but little more than eight thousand acres of land. A part of this land was known as the ‘lost section’, as for some unknown cause it was never brought into market like other government lands. 


In 1873 that portion of Bellevue, the spelling now in use, lying between Devil River and Fox River, was set off as the town of Allouez, the name being given in recognition of the famous Jesuit missionary, Claude Allouez, who first brought civilization to these shores. 

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 source: http://genealogytrails.com/wis/brown/history_towns.html 

Bellevue Wisconsin village entrance sign. Photo by Jackie Krull

TOWN ESTABLISHED 1857

The entrance welcome signs to Bellevue display the early legislative date.

Certificate of Incorporation for Bellevue WI

TOWN TO VILLAGE IN 2003

On February 14, 2003, the Secretary of State issued the Certificate of Incorporation for incorporation of the Town of Bellevue to the Village of Bellevue.

Signed resolution for Bellevue Wisconsin 150 year celebration. Photo by Jackie Krull

SESQUICENTENNIAL 2007

Bellevue Village President, Craig Beyl, (2006-2015) declared on May 9, 2007 that Bellevue would celebrate being a community for 150 years (1857-2007). 

A Poem

Bellevue's Legacy: A Tapestry of Time

In Brown County's embrace, Bellevue lies,

A scenic haven under Wisconsin skies.

Named for its beauty, a view so fair,

Echoes of French whispers linger in the air.


From Devil River to Manitou's flow,

Its rivers weave tales that time bestows.

In eighteen fifty-six, a township came to be,

Belleview it was called, in history's decree.


Eastman and Agry chose the name with care,

Bellevue, a tribute to landscapes rare.

From Green Bay's side to Manitou's hold,

In fourteen square miles, stories unfold.


Through shifting borders and time's embrace,

Bellevue's legacy finds its place.

A tapestry woven with memories grand,

In Wisconsin's heart, it forever stands.


Poem by Jackie Krull

In The Name Of

Gen. Jacob Brown

Robert C. De Broux

Gen. Jacob Brown

Brown County was named for Gen. Jacob Brown who is recognized as a hero while serving in the War of 1812 where the British tried to take our territory.  Brown led American Troops at the Battle of Lundy's Lane and was named commander of the U.S. Army after the war.

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Sorenson Family

Robert C. De Broux

Gen. Jacob Brown

Mr. & Mrs. Peter Sorenson owned two 20-acre plots of land along what is now called Sorenson Creek. 


The June 30, 1897 Green Bay Weekly Gazette states 'Peter Sorenson and sons are erecting a large dam. Their intentions are to operate a flour mill with the power obtained.'  The Brown County Library Genealogy Dept. staff surmise this dam & flour mill along the creek is how the creek got its name. (06/26/2019 Village Board minutes)

Robert C. De Broux

Robert C. De Broux

Robert C. De Broux

DeBroux Park, 2900 Brighton Pl, namesake is Robert C. De Broux

Frank Josten

Ray Vanden Bergh

Robert C. De Broux

Josten Park, 2280 Town Hall Rd, namesake is Frank Josten.


From the March 21, 1974 Press Gazette: 


"Chairman Wencil Froelich was authorized by the Bellevue Town board Wednesday night to clarify legal procedure towards acquisition of Frank Josten property needed for the proposed recreation park."  ..."Voters have already approved expenditures necessary to set up the Josten 34-acre site as a recreation, entertainment and park site."

Ray Vanden Bergh

Ray Vanden Bergh

Ray Vanden Bergh

Fire Station 1 (now Station 9 under GBMFD), 3100 Eaton Road, was named after Ray Vanden Bergh, the first Fire Chief for the Town of Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department  


Station 9 opened as a GBMFD fire station in 2021. The station was originally opened in 2009. 

Wencil Froelich

Ray Vanden Bergh

Ray Vanden Bergh

The Village Board of Trustees honored former Town Chairman, Wencil Froelich by announcing December 8, 2010 as "Wencil Froelich Day" in the Village and dedicating the Village Hall chambers at 3100 Eaton Road as the "Wencil Froelich Council Chambers".


Wencil Froelich served as the Town of Bellevue Chairman from 1965 until 1981. Mr. Froelich was instrumental in forming the Bellevue Sanitary District, Bellevue Fire Department and Bellevue Park Commission. Mr. Froelich also played a lead role working with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation to ensure that the I-43/Manitowoc Road Interchange was built.

Roger VandenLangenberg

Roger VandenLangenberg

Roger VandenLangenberg

The VandenLangenberg Plaza & Clock, established in 2011, is located at the Eaton and South Huron roundabout. The plaza is named in honor of Roger VandenLangenberg, who has made significant contributions to the Bellevue community, particularly in the areas of parks and leisure services.


Featuring a decorative clock, benches, and well-maintained landscaping, the plaza enhances the eastside corridor.


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Schlag Family

Roger VandenLangenberg

Roger VandenLangenberg

Schlag Crossing, 2263 Costco Way.  This pocket park officially received its name at the August 23, 2023 Village Board meeting. 


The name carries significance due to the family's historical ties to the land. With a history of owning property on both sides of the street, the name encapsulates the park's location and history. 

Maps & Population

2024 Estimated Population 16,810

2024 Estimated Population 16,810
Source: State of Wisconsin DOA https://doa.wi.gov/Pages/LocalGovtsGrants/Population_Estimates.aspx

2020 Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin population sign

Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin

2020 Census Population 15,935

Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin

2020 Census Population 15,935

Sign for Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin
2010 Census Population of 14,570. Photo by Jackie Krull

Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin

2010 Census Population 14,570

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Bellevue Archives

Complied by Wencil Froelich. Published in February/March 1999 Town Newsletter, The BELL-VIEW

Complied by Wencil Froelich. Published in February/March 1999 Town Newsletter, The BELL-VIEW
 

Wencil Froelich (June 14, 1917 – August 4, 2011) and his wife Lou (former Luella Guns) farmed in Bellevue for 60 years. Wencil served as Bellevue Town Chairman for 16 years. He was a charter member of the Bellevue Business and Professional Association. Wencil served on numerous community organizations. 

THE GOOD OLD DAYS by Ken Baumgart, Date Unknown (Page 1)  about Bellevue Wisconsin

THE GOOD OLD DAYS by Ken Baumgart, Date Unknown (Page 1)


Kenneth J Baumgart (June 16, 1925 - September 19, 2016) was born on the family farm homestead in Bellevue. The first one room schoolhouse in the area was built on the Baumgart homestead. Ken started the Ken Baumgart Construction Company. He was a Supervisor for the Bellevue Township and served as Commander of the VFW.

THE GOOD OLD DAYS by Ken Baumgart, Date Unknown (Page 2) about Bellevue Wisconsin.

THE GOOD OLD DAYS by Ken Baumgart, Date Unknown (Page 2)

THE GOOD OLD DAYS by Ken Baumgart, Date Unknown (Page 3)

THE GOOD OLD DAYS by Ken Baumgart, Date Unknown (Page 3)

About the Bellevue Park Commission in the Town of Bellevue dated 1984

1984 Bellevue Park Commission

About the Bellevue Fire Department in the Town of Bellevue dated 1972

1972 Bellevue Fire Department (Page 1)

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2002 Bellevue Incorporation Petition

https://doa.wi.gov/DIR/2002_Bellevue_WI_Incorporation_Determination.pdf

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2003 Certificate of Incorporation

2003 Incorporation Certificate for Village of Bellevue, WI

https://mds.wi.gov/View/Documents?Type=MunicipalRecordFile&ID=00032216

2003 Incorporation Certificate for Village of Bellevue, WI

https://mds.wi.gov/View/Documents?Type=MunicipalRecordFile&ID=00032216

2003 Incorporation Certificate for Village of Bellevue, WI

https://mds.wi.gov/View/Documents?Type=MunicipalRecordFile&ID=00032216

2003 Incorporation Certificate for Village of Bellevue, WI

https://mds.wi.gov/View/Documents?Type=MunicipalRecordFile&ID=00032216

2003 Incorporation Certificate for Village of Bellevue, WI

https://mds.wi.gov/View/Documents?Type=MunicipalRecordFile&ID=00032216

2003 Incorporation Certificate for Village of Bellevue, WI

https://mds.wi.gov/View/Documents?Type=MunicipalRecordFile&ID=00032216

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