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Belmont Weekly Update - June 24, 2022 |
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Happy Summer, Belmont!
Yes, it IS already summertime. City staff has worked hard to get us all ready for summer. You may have seen our crews in our parks, and on our roads, or in our City Hall ensuring that our residents can enjoy their lives to the fullest.
In our Infrastructure and Mobility section of today's newsletter, we highlight the completion of Phase 1 of our Pavement Preservation Project. We appreciate the community’s patience on big projects like these.
We are excited to deliver on our promises made when the community supported the City's Measure I sales tax. Over the last five years, since implementation of Measure I, we have improved the City's Pavement Condition Index from 54 to 68. A 26 percent improvement!
Below, you'll see an invitation to join us on Monday, June 27 to hear from staff on the process of our Housing Allocation. We hope you can listen in and ask any questions you're curious about. There will be more opportunity to discuss this in the coming weeks.
Finally, we're so proud of our Belmont Police Department for our team member's involvement in the Special Olympics' Torch Run held today (Friday, June 24). You might have seen our police staff get handed the torch at North Road & El Camino Real and proceed south to San Carlos. I hope you stopped to give them a honk of support.
We love our active, engaged community, and have prioritized keeping our residents informed through newsletters like this one. You opening this email to read our news inspires us to continue to provide updates to our community on the City's Strategic Focus Areas, and on all things Belmont.
Afshin Oskoui
City Manager
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 Join Us to Learn About the Housing Element Update
On Monday, June 27 at 5:30 p.m., we invite you to join City staff virtually (via Zoom) for an update on the Housing Element of the Belmont General Plan. Shortly after the meeting, a full draft of the 2023-2031 Housing Element & Programmatic Environmental Impact Report (EIR) will be made available to the public. Learn more, or register today.
Mayor in the Manor Starts July 1
Starting Friday, July 1, 2022, Mayor Julia Mates will host informal office hours at the Twin Pines Manor in Twin Pines Park.
Join Mayor Mates between 10-11 a.m. to ask questions or talk about Belmont. She will be at the Manor every Friday. Anyone is welcome to drop in for a chat, no appointment necessary.
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Upcoming Holiday
The Fourth of July lands on a Monday this year. A reminder that City Hall's offices are closed for staff to observe the holiday.
Please remember that fireworks are illegal in the City of Belmont. With the current drought conditions, it is imperative that everyone follows this guideline.
National Night Out is August 2
Yes, it's back. We're excited to see the return of one of our favorite summertime community events. National Night Out is set for Aug. 2, 2022.
Are you a neighborhood leader planning your event? Register with the City so we know your plans and can help with safety and community awareness.
Go to: www.belmont.gov/nno2022 today to sign up.
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 City Council, Commission, & Committee Meetings
City Council Special Meeting:
June 28, 2022, 6:00 pm
City Council Meeting:
June 28, 2022, 7:00 pm
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 Business License Tax Modernization Update
Meeting Materials are now posted for the June 28, 2022 City Council Special Meeting discussing the proposed update to the Business License Tax structure. Please continue to visit www.belmont.gov/businesslicenseupdate for the latest information.
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Kudos Police Department
Our Police Department team participated in today's Torch Run which came through Belmont this morning (Friday, June 24) at about 11 a.m. You might have seen our staff get handed the torch at North Road and El Camino Real, then proceed south to San Carlos.
This is the 25th Anniversary of the Law Enforcement Torch Run in support of the Special Olympics of Northern California. Well done Belmont PD!
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Summer's First Wildfire
Did Tuesday's wildfire in Redwood City remind you to update your go-bag? Or ... to make one?
The Edgewood Fire in Redwood City got everyone's attention on the Peninsula as the smoke billowed over the hillside and PG&E shut off power in parts of Belmont to reduce the fire spread risk.
City staff monitoring the situation posted updates to our social media channels, and we thank the residents who shared the news. By Tuesday evening, fire crews had the 25-acre grass fire under control, power slowly came back on, and the closed roads were opened again.
As the summer heat surges begin, it's a good time to ensure that you have all of the safety bookmarks that you need.
Twitter channels for emergency updates:
@MyBelmont
@BelmontCAPolice
@SMCFireDept
@CALFireCZU
Safety resources to bookmark on your handheld device:
Zonehaven -- an up-to-the-minute map of neighborhood alerts and hazards
SMC Alert -- register for free to emergency texts tailored just for you
PG&E Outage Map -- a searchable map of outages in and around your home or office
Being prepared with your own go-bag helps, too. Need resources? Visit the SMC CERT site for the most current emergency prep news or sign up to become a CERT member.
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SMC Fire Education Event
Free to all Belmont residents
Wildfire is a reality in California, and certainly for us here in Belmont. There are steps you can take to make yourself and your home better prepared and protected.
FREE Firewise Presentation for all Belmont residents on Saturday, July 16,10:30 a.m.
Registration is required: https://bit.ly/3NavoHK
Enjoy a free lunch, talk with experts on home hardening, landscaping, preparedness, fire behavior, and insurance!
Register today to learn how to better protect your home and community from wildfire.
Campers Finish Off Their First Week
Summer has officially begun which means Camp SOAR is in full swing! The campers spread magic throughout Twin Pines Park with a week full of Disney themed games, crafts, and field trips. Belmont Parks and Recreation is thrilled to provide youth with the opportunity to make new friends, learn independence, and adventure outdoors over the course of the next 7 weeks!
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 Sunday's Concert
Bring your dancing sandals to Twin Pines Park this Sunday for the band Tinman a rock n' Roll feast for the senses.
The free concert -- a fundraiser for our parks -- starts at 1 p.m., Sunday, June 26. Concession sales help the event raise money for our parks.
Events Updates
Want to stay current on our latest events in our parks and around our city? Check out our Events calendar and find Parks & Recreation on Social platforms.
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On Thursday, we celebrated Women in Engineering Day by recognizing our female engineers.
Bozhena Palatnik, P.E., Senior Civil Engineer, and our Associate Civil Engineers Elizabeth Wada, P.E., and Selena Lau P.E., are anchors to the Belmont Public Works Department, Engineering Division.
Comprising 60 percent of our licensed engineers on staff, we rely heavily on their engineering expertise in the areas of roadway construction, stormwater and sewer design and construction, and civil engineering review for developments ranging from single family homes to multi-story new buildings.
Kudos to you three and all the female engineers who've carved a path, broken down barriers, and worked extra hard to break into STEM fields. We need more like you!
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Lane Closure - Monday, 6/27
AT&T will be transferring aerial facilities from an old pole to new pole on Monday, June 27 at 2540 Belmont Canyon Rd ( intersection of Belmont Canyon and Ralston Ave).
Work hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Expect a lane closure on Ralston from Cipriani to Davis.
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Our street sweeper is repaired and back to work.
Need a reminder of the street sweeping schedule near you? Visit Belmont Street Sweeping Calendar.
Thanks for your patience Belmont!
Pavement Preservation - Phase 1 Done
Phase 2 Starts Late July
We've completed Phase 1 or our Pavement Preservation project. Thank you residents and businesses for your cooperation while we work. Phase 2, and the project completion, is scheduled for July 25-28, 2022.
The project will see improved pavement on:
Chula Vista Drive
Sixth Avenue (between Emmett & Harbor)
Sixth Avenue (between Hill & Ralston)
Cypress Avenue
Dale View Avenue
Elmer Street (between Ralston & O'Neill)
Notre Dame Avenue (between Miller & Valley View)
Notre Dame Avenue (between Terrace & Arbor)
Harbor Boulevard (between Molitor & El Camino Real)
The work will consist of pavement repairs and slurry seal treatment.
For more details, visit Belmont.gov/traffic.
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Road Redos
Who doesn't love a good make-over story? We're happy to share the before-and-after images on two roads we worked on this week. Thanks Belmont business and residents for your patience while we improved your roads.
If you're asking yourself 'But, when will you come fix my road?,' you can find the status of your road repair here, just click on the "Pavement Condition Report" tab.
Masonic Way
This week, we improved the pavement along Masonic Way as part of our pavement project. Stay tuned as Masonic Way will get new striping and speed bumps in the coming weeks.
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Hiller Street and Marine View Avenue
This week, we removed three tons of failed asphalt from the intersection of Hiller Street and Marine View Avenue. The dig out was replaced with three tons of fresh asphalt.
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Root Foaming Continues
The root foaming project started June 13 and is anticipated to be complete in early July.
Duke’s Root Foaming staff placed door hangers in advance of root foaming to inform residents of upcoming treatment. They will also notify residents if they need access to an easement on their property. For questions or more information, you may contact the Public Works Department at (650) 595-7425.
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Are you following Caltran's 101 Express Lanes news?
Construction Update – Week of June 24, 2022
This update includes information on upcoming full freeway closures on US 101, and sound wall work in the City of San Mateo. Watch for detour signs and workers on or near the freeway.
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In Your Garden
Wednesday, July 6
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Save Water with Rain Barrels
Presented by the Citizens Environmental Council, cosponsored by Bay Area Water Supply and Conservation Agency (BAWSCA) and the City of Burlingame. Rainwater harvesting specialist Chris Corvetti will discuss how to install a rain barrel and other rainwater harvesting systems. All attendees will be eligible for a free drawing for a $100 rain barrel. Admission is free. Advance registration is requested at tinyurl.com/CECrainbarrels.
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Bay Area Health Officials Urge Awareness About Monkeypox as Summer Travel and Gatherings Begin
Redwood City — As the summer season begins with increased travel and major events and gatherings, Bay Area Health Officers urge people to protect themselves against the monkeypox virus, which spreads through prolonged skin-to-skin contact and bodily fluids, such as through crowded settings or sexual contact.
The alert from nine health jurisdictions comes as cases – which appear in individuals as distinctive rashes and sores that can look like blisters or pimples – continue to emerge in the Bay Area, the nation and the globe. Monkeypox is not new, but this is the first time the virus has spread in so many countries at once.
Read the full news release
This is a joint statement from the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Mateo, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Sonoma and the City of Berkeley.
Interested in our Housing projects?
Find all of our projects listed here, updates as added as they come in.
Did you know?
The City of Belmont Planning Commission meets on the first & third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Belmont Council Chambers, One Twin Pines Lane, Belmont. Follow its agendas by clicking here.
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