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.
TOWN ESTABLISHED 1857
The entrance welcome signs to Bellevue display the early legislative date.
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.
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).
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.
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 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.
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
2023 Estimated Population 16,715
Source: State of Wisconsin DOA https://doa.wi.gov/Pages/LocalGovtsGrants/Population_Estimates.aspx
Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin
2020 Census Population 15,935
Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin
2020 Census Population 15,935
Village of Bellevue, Wisconsin
2010 Census Population 14,570
Bellevue Archives
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)
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)
THE GOOD OLD DAYS by Ken Baumgart, Date Unknown (Page 3)
1984 Bellevue Park Commission
1972 Bellevue Fire Department (Page 1)
2003 Certificate of Incorporation
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