School District Transitioning to District Elections
On April 20, 2023, the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District Board adopted Resolution #19, in response to the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA).
The district intends to transition its Board elections from at-large to by-trustee area Board elections, where each Board member must reside within the designated trustee area boundary, and is elected only by the voters in that trustee area.
The district is holding an online public meeting on July 13 to hear feedback. Residents can also learn how to submit maps of interest. Click the button below to learn about the election process.
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Join the District meeting about the process and learn how to submit maps of interest.
Thursday, July 13, 2023
6:30 p.m.
Online Event
Free Concerts in the Park - Sundays
 Want to support Belmont's parks while enjoying live music outdoors? Free Concerts in the Parks continue every Sunday until July 30.
The music is live from 1 - 4 p.m. in Twin Pines Park at 10 Twin Pines Lane in Belmont.
This is the 45th season of the annual summer concerts series.
Concessions are available for sale and proceeds help to support parks improvements throughout the year. New this year is freshly-made popcorn in a brand-new popcorn machine.
Learn more about Belmont Park Boosters by clicking the button below.
Free Concerts in the Park Calendar
JUNE 25
PURE ECSTASY Motown and More
Sponsor:DIVINO’S RESTAURANT
JULY 2
FRED McCARTY & CO. Country
Sponsor:FOX, SHJEFLO & BABU, LLP
JULY 9
THE MICHAEL O’NEILL GROUP Jazz/Blues
Sponsor:STANFORD UNIVERSITY
JULY 16
TOM RIGNEY & FLAMBEAU Cajun Fiddlin’
Sponsor:KENSON VENTURES & THE MADISON GROUP
JULY 23
HIGHWATER BLUES Rhythm & Blues
Sponsor: WINDY HILL
JULY 30
BLUE California Good Time Music
Sponsor:JANET PEPE DAVIS, HOMETOWN REALTY
Make A Splash This Summer
Recreation and Lap Swim Open Now
Our Recreation and Lap Swim Programs at the Carlmont High School pool have begun. Stop by to practice your backstroke, perfect your diving, or just float around the pool.
The Recreation and Lap Swim Programs are open to all ages. However, please note that children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult at all times and remain within arm's reach.
Program times and location are as follows:
- Recreation Swim: 1 - 2:50 p.m.
- Lap Swim: 12 - 2:50 p.m.
The 2023 admission fees are:
- Drop-in pass: $7 per person
- 10 visit passes: $60 per person
- 20 visit passes: $120 per person
Debit and credit card payments are preferred, but cash and checks will be accepted. You can buy passes at the pool or our Parks and Recreation office in Twin Pines Pine during regular business hours.
The pool is open until Aug. 4, weekdays only, with one exception, we are closed Tuesday, July 4.
Carlmont High School Pool
1400 Alameda de las Pulgas
Belmont, CA
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Senior Tech Days at the Library Expands
Seniors in Belmont can now take advantage of the Senior Tech Help program at Belmont Library, available every Saturday from 1-3 p.m.
Youth volunteers from Carlmont High School offer personalized one-on-one assistance and guidance on various technology-related topics.
Volunteers will be on hand to help seniors navigate smartphones, tablets, computers, email, social media, online safety, and more.
Whether seniors are beginners or need help with specific tasks, the Senior Tech Help program provides the support needed to gain confidence and thrive in the digital age. The program is free, no reservations required, just drop in with your questions.
Saturdays
1 - 3 p.m.
Belmont Library
1110 Alameda de las Pulgas
Belmont, CA
Looking For A New Start?
Check Out the Jobs We Have Open
We have a diverse selection of job openings and we hope that one is just right for you.
Here’s just a snapshot of the jobs we have available. For complete job descriptions, visit the link at the bottom of this post.
MANAGEMENT ANALYST I/II - CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE: Is analyzing data and paying attention to details one of your best traits? Does useful organization of files, proper roll out of procedures, and careful and meticulous process guide you? We have a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking municipal government generalist with a strong understanding of the operations within a full-service city administration. The Management Analyst I/II role delivers critical administrative support to the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Attorney. In this dynamic position you will serve as assistant to the City Manager and provide a wide range of administrative, analytical, and technical support to the City Clerk and City Attorney.
IT MANAGER: You’re passionate about managing the planning, budgeting, implementation, maintenance and security of citywide information technology tools. Your leadership ensures that systems development proceeds in a logical, integrated fashion to meet the needs of Belmont’s operating departments.
BUILDING ATTENDANT: Excellent set up and breakdown for events matters greatly to you. You take pride in ensuring facilities are ready for their scheduled meetings and closed up safely when not in use. You’re a ready-to-serve customer service professional and are keenly aware of the necessity to follow City policies and procedures. You go above and beyond to make sure our facilities are destination resources for community meetings, milestone functions, and special events.
PAYROLL TECHNICIAN You’re a talented, detail-oriented, technology-savvy Payroll Technician (Accounting Technician I/II/III) seeking an opportunity to prepare, administer and maintain city staff payroll transactions and records.
RECREATION SPECIALIST I/II: We are hiring for a full-time entry level position within the Youth and Teen Division. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to start their career in our wonderful world of Parks and Recreation life. If you are an energetic candidate, who has proven abilities to engage the youth and teen population and want to make a positive difference in their lives, this is the position for you.
Advertising Opportunity
Chamber Launches New Community Guide
Chamber San Mateo County is excited to announce the all new Chamber San Mateo County Community Guide and Membership Directory. This is first-ever four-city publication will represent the communities of Belmont, San Carlos, Redwood City, and Menlo Park.
The guide will include economic demographics, area highlights, and community and civic information, as well as a membership directory.
To secure a marketing space in the inaugural publication or for more information, please email Felicia Basques at felicia@chambersmc.org or Maggie Fahey at maggie@chambersmc.org. Pricing for ad space starts at $600.
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Housing Resources Available
Our growing list of resources can help locate affordable housing, build self-sufficiency, fund energy-efficient upgrades, and more.
Planning Commission Meetings
1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month
7 p.m.
Council Chambers
1 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont
Maintenance Projects This Week
 This week, we replaced 12 tons of failed asphalt on Ralston Avenue between Hiller Street and Kedith Street.
Public Works staff have filled potholes continuously along this stretch as a temporary fix until its rehabilitation which is scheduled for 2025.
Several sections have degraded beyond the treatment of pothole filling and as a result staff used a grinder to remove the top lift of asphalt in these areas and replace it with new asphalt.
Hallmark Drive Traffic Signal Repair
We also worked with vendors to resolve extended red light time at the intersection of Ralston Avenue and Hallmark Drive.
We noticed the traffic signal was experiencing vehicle detection problems that caused extensive red light time for drivers on Hallmark, some drivers waiting up to 10 minutes. Thanks for those who reported the issues.
This system was reset giving all directions of traffic a minimum amount of green light time while staff investigated the problem.
Once the traffic detection problems were identified, Public Works staff did software updates including detection zone modifications. The traffic signal then went back to normal operation while staff monitored closely for any trouble.
We thank our residents who reported issues and welcome any further reporting should you experience a wait at an intersection or two minutes or more. Our email is pworks@belmont.gov or call us at 650-595-7425.
Summer Infrastructure Projects
 Ralston Avenue Pavement Project Has Started
We have begun the Ralston Avenue Pavement Rehabilitation Project, expected to conclude in late August.
During the project's work hours, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., expect reduced traffic lanes and some closures on side streets off Ralston Avenue. Short closures of driveways may be required, but emergency access will be provided at all times.
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The work will take place on Ralston Avenue between South (pictured above, westbound Ralston Avenue at South Road) Road and Villa Avenue (pictured at right, eastbound Ralston Avenue at Villa Avenue.
Did You Know? The project will use a sustainable cold-in-place recycled method of pavement rehabilitation, which involves pulverizing and reusing the existing asphalt layer.
This method of repaving greatly reduces truck trips for off-haul and import of material, reduces greenhouse gas emissions and is more sustainable while ensuring a smooth surface and long pavement life. Click on the button below to learn more about this project.
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Sewer Rehabilitation Project
We're working to improve our aging sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure and we're in the final weeks of this project.
On the weeks of June 26 and July 3 the contractor is planning on conducting work on South Road at Debbie Lane and at Miramar Terrace, and in the easement between Alameda de las Pulgas/Villa Ave north of Ralston Avenue.
The work will include pipe fusing, sawcutting, CCTVing, pipebursting, and some open trench work.
Residents have been notified and traffic control is in place.
Until the end of July, expect work crews in various locations in our city performing work on existing pipes, rehabilitating manholes, conducting pipe replacement, and reconnecting service laterals.
For any questions regarding this project, call Senior Civil Engineer Bozhena Palatnik at 650-585-7463 or email at pworks@belmont.gov.
Demolition of Vacant City-Owned Buildings Starts in July
 We’re working to safely demolish the vacant buildings at the north and south corners of Hill Street and El Camino Real, pictured here.
In July, residents can expect to see contractors, Selway Construction, Inc., begin the demolition that will conclude by the end of the year.
Our Public Works team is working with agency partners to address noise, traffic control, environmental concerns, and debris removal.
Neighbors in the area will receive notices in advance of the demolition work which specific hours and dates of planned work. Schedules can change, and we thank our neighbors for their patience and cooperation during this necessary work.
During work hours and while the project is active please drive, walk, or bike with caution when traveling through the work zone.
Did you know: The demolition of the existing buildings is only the first step to seeing an affordable housing development project come to fruition. We are working with a developer (LINC Housing) to develop the parcels into a 37-unit, 100 percent affordable housing project.
We will continue to update you here on the progress of this and other development projects. To learn more about the LINC Housing project, click on the button below.
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