TREE
COMMISSION
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
CIVIL SERVICE
COMMISSION
TREE COMMISSION
The Belpre Tree Commission is actively working to increase the number of trees in parks and along streets and boulevards in Belpre. The commission is focused on replenishing the urban tree canopy, which has experienced a significant loss over the past several years. The Mayor of Belpre, Susan Abdella, is a key contact for those seeking more information about the commission’s efforts and initiatives. The commission holds regular meetings, which are open to the public, on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at the Belpre City Building conference room at 11:30 am. This presents an opportunity for community members to engage with the commission and contribute to the city’s tree canopy efforts.
Landscape Ordinance Tree List approved by ODNR and Belpre Tree Commission.
Tree Commission Members:
Susan Abdella, Mayor
TBD, Safety Service Director
Maxine Mobbs
Paul Mobbs
Sheila McCloud
Jon Neff
Chris Barringer
Marcus McCartney
PARKS & RECREATION
COMMISSION
About the Parks and Recreation Commission in Belpre, Ohio
The Parks and Recreation Commission in Belpre, Ohio plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities and maintaining park facilities for the community.
Recreational Opportunities:
The City of Belpre and Washington County offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities for the entire family, including boating on the Ohio River, paved walking paths, and enjoying the view from the beautiful river banks.
PARK FACILITIES
The parks in Belpre, Ohio offer various amenities such as picnic shelters, basketball courts, children’s play areas, walking tracks, Born Learning Trails, book libraries, and urban forestry examples.
POOL FACILITIES
The Belpre Public Pool, located at Civitan Park, is open to the public from the Saturday after school lets out until August 4. It is also available for rental for private parties.
CIVITAN PARK
Civitan Park, located at 1500 Blennerhassett Ave, is the largest park in Belpre, featuring a bandstand, picnic shelters, walking tracks, little league baseball fields, high school and pony league baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, an updated swimming pool, and river boating access.
Role of the Commission:
The Parks and Recreation Commission in Belpre, Ohio is responsible for improving the quality of life of citizens through the development and maintenance of an integrated park system and comprehensive recreational program. This includes developing a long-term plan for the city’s park system, focusing on current safety standards, reviewing the recreation program, and monitoring the pool policy.
PLANNING & ZONING
COMMISSION
The Planning and Zoning Commission in Belpre, OH works closely with the Mayor, Safety Service Director, City Council, and other relevant authorities to implement initiatives that enhance and improve the quality of life for the citizens of Belpre and the Mid-Ohio Valley. This involves current planning, which includes zoning and land use regulations, as well as comprehensive planning, which addresses broad community issues by establishing guidelines for the future growth of the city. The commission also plays a role in generating new development and redevelopment throughout the city.
Members:
Bob Rauch, Janet Gilbert, Dan Fouss
If you would to submit your concern about a planning or zoning issue please email us at:
pandz@cityofbelpre.com
CIVIL SERVICE
COMMISSION
The Belpre Municipal Civil Service Commission is established within the municipality and is responsible for certifying the best-qualified candidates for employment and promotions, representing the diversity of the community it serves. The Belpre Municipal Civil Service Commission is instrumental in the testing and selection process for public works and police officers in Belpre, Ohio. It ensures that candidates meet the necessary qualifications and standards for these critical roles within the community.