Belleville begins pop-up shop proposals

By Brett Bullen

BELLEVILLE – The city of Belleville is now accepting bids from businesses and entrepreneurs for a place in one of their four waterfront pop-up shops this summer.

“This project presents a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to set up shop on the waterfront, whether that’s boat tours, bike rentals or retail,” said Mayor Mitch Panciuk in a press release. “The City’s vision is to support a vibrant waterfront based on recreation, unique services and entertainment – a true live, work, play environment.”

The 10 foot by 10 foot structures will be located in Jane Forester and Victoria Park.

Bids can be submitted on the city of Belleville’s website. The city is asking that bids submitted before Feb. 4 be submitted by hard copy. Bids submitted after Feb. 4 will be submitted electronically.

The city of Belleville will be holding a special budget meeting Tuesday morning to discuss funding for the project.

More to come.