Development News for Bellevue, Nebraska

Belleview City Council Requires Conditional Use Permits for New Self-Storage Facilities

The council approved Ordinance Number 4216, which amends the city's zoning ordinance to remove self-storage facilities as a permitted use in the flex, light manufacturing, and heavy manufacturing zoning districts, requiring a conditional use permit instead. Existing self-storage facilities are grandfathered in, but any expansion would require city council approval through a site plan approval process. The change aims to manage the remaining land effectively, with the understanding that self-storage developments are generally approved if they are sensible and align with city goals.

Belleview Approves Firearm Range Construction Work

The council approved a quote with Doll Construction for dirt work, electrical work, and concrete work for the future Belleview Firearm Range, with an amended amount not to exceed $51,644. The initial agenda item (16A) was amended earlier in the meeting to reflect this amount.

Belleview Council Addresses Speeding Concerns on Cedar Island Road

The council heard citizen concerns regarding excessive speeding on Cedar Island Road and Linda Street, with residents expressing fear of using the road due to high-speed drivers and the risk of accidents. The police chief committed to adding the area to selective enforcement and deploying a speed trailer. Public works will also deploy traffic counters to gather data on speed and vehicle types. The discussion highlighted that Cedar Island Road is classified as a collector or minor arterial, which limits the ability to install speed tables or stop signs as speed control devices according to the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices. Alternative solutions like flashing speed signs and further study were mentioned.

Belleview City Council Approves Establishment of City Museum

The council approved Ordinance Number 4217, establishing the Belleview Museum and authorizing its maintenance by the city. This ordinance adds a new article to the Municipal Code to establish the museum, which will be known as the Belleview Museum. There were extensive discussions regarding the museum's long-term plan, collection acquisition, staffing (a director role), and potential collaboration with the Sarpie County Historical Society, including loaning artifacts. Council members expressed varying views on the speed of implementation and the need for a clear vision and interactive exhibits, especially to appeal to younger generations. The plan involves hiring a director who will report to a board, not the city, and will be responsible for curating collections and developing the museum's future direction.