The Belleview City Commission has appointed Mariah Moody as the new City Administrator. The unanimous decision comes as Sandi McKamey, Belleview’s longest-serving employee, prepares for retirement. McKamey began her career with Belleview in 1979.
Moody, a familiar face in Belleview’s government, brings over a decade of experience in municipal operations and community development. Her current role as City Clerk has provided her with a wealth of experience managing the city’s records and community initiatives.
Since January 2021, Moody has served as the official Clerk to the City Commission, overseeing the documentation of city meetings, agendas, and resolutions.
Moody led the creation of Belleview’s community garden, an initiative that earned statewide recognition from the Florida League of Cities in 2024. She expanded the city’s events, driving higher resident participation in popular events like Foodie Fest, Trunk or Treat, and Light Up Lake Lillian.
As the Executive Assistant to the City Administrator from 2020 to 2021, Moody managed day-to-day operations and helped launch the Belleview Community Center. Prior to that, she served as the Event, Promotions, and Facilities Specialist, where she co-wrote a grant for fitness equipment at Lake Lillian and implemented a yearlong health initiative.
From 2012 to 2018, Moody served as the Executive Director of the Belleview Economic Development Council, where she directed activities, secured grants, and began a property improvement grant program to revitalize local businesses. She also served a long tenure as the Executive Director of the Belleview/South Marion Chamber of Commerce.
In her letter to the City Commission, Moody expressed her passion for community-driven progress, emphasizing her goals to enhance community engagement and optimize government operations. She wrote, “My ability to bring people together, coupled with my experience in government and community development, allows me to see the bigger picture and ensure that each project is both impactful and sustainable for years to come.”
