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City Offices Closed Monday
In observance of the federal holiday, our offices will be closed on Monday, Oct. 9, 2023.
As always, our emergency personnel are available to respond in our community. For all emergencies, call 911. Need to reach Police, Public Works or Parks for a non-emergency? Call 650-595-7400.
Our offices, includes Parks and Recreation, return to normal business hours on Tuesday.
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Movies in the Parks
Final 2023 Event Tonight
Our Movies in the Parks series wraps up tonight at Barrett Park with "Monsters University." This will be the last movie night of the season. Thank you to everyone who joined us at these movie nights. We look forward to bringing you new movies and locations next year.
Bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the movie night under the stars. Light snacks and refreshments will be available for sale. Make sure to stop by the Parks and Recreation table to learn about all our upcoming events and activities and get some free swag.
The movie will begin around sundown, about 7 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 6
7 p.m.
Barrett Park
1870 Ralston Avenue
Belmont, CA
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Belmont's History Room - Fall/Winter Hours
Looking for an inside activity this fall and winter? Don't miss the chance to visit on of our city's incredible gems, Belmont Historical Society's History Room.
The room is staffed by volunteers who are making time for introduce any interested visitor in our rich history.
Belmont History Room Hours for October - December
Sunday, Oct. 8
Sunday, Oct. 22
Sunday, Nov. 12
Sunday, Dec. 10
1 - 4 p.m.
The Belmont History Room is located at located in the back of the Manor House in Twin Pines Park. Handicapped access is available in the front of the building.
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 Are you tired of navigating San Mateo County’s traffic jams all by yourself?
Wish you could make your daily commute more eco-friendly and less stressful?
Well, look no further because October is Carpool Month, and it’s the perfect time to start sharing the ride. Commute.org is here to help you discover the joys of carpooling while offering exciting incentives for those who take the plunge. Click the button below for full details.
Ralston Middle School Construction
Starting Monday, Oct. 9, expect construction at Ralston Middle School.
Equipment will be kept on Lake Road. Lake Road will remain open during this time, but please proceed with caution through this area and through the construction zone.
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Northbound Freeway Closure
Hwy 101 Closed Whipple to Holly Oct. 13-16
If you're coming home from Redwood City or further south next weekend (Oct. 13-16), you'll save yourself a headache by avoiding Highway 101 before Whipple (with the backup, probably better to get off at Marsh Road).
Caltrans is in the process of replacing the Cordilleras Creek Bridge located along U.S. 101 in Redwood City, San Mateo County, between the Whipple Avenue and Brittan Avenue exits.
This work is necessary because the bridge has reached the end of its service life.
Caltrans is using innovative construction methods which will allow this bridge replacement project to be completed in just one year, instead of the usual three years.
To accommodate this accelerated construction schedule,
a section of U.S. Hwy 101 will be closed from
10 p.m. Friday night to 5 a.m. Monday morning
Oct. 13-16, 2023 (northbound lanes)
Residents are advised to avoid this stretch of U.S. Hwy 101 and utilize alternate routes during the closures when possible.
Digital message signs will be set up along roadways throughout the Bay Area to direct both local and regional travelers away from the closure.
 Our very own Monica Korde, Belmont's Poet Laureate led a colorful and celebratory display at the Countywide Celebration of Arts and Culture on Sept. 30 in San Mateo.
Highlights included Belmont Poet Lois Fried, Land Acknowledgment and Aztec dancing by Xiuhcoatl Danza Azteca, and musicians and singers entertaining the crowds with a blend of acoustic, soul, jazz and hip-hop, Polynesian Voices, American/Irish pop folk songs, and America the Beautiful sung A cappella.
Thank you to all who joined the event and cheered on our local talents, pictured above. For more details about the event, click the button below.
Place Your Order for Free At-Home COVID Tests
Every U.S. household may place an order to receive four free COVID-19 rapid tests delivered directly to your home.
Here's what you need to know about your order:
Limit of one order per residential address
One order includes 4 individual rapid antigen COVID-19 tests (COVIDTests.gov has more details about at-home tests, including extended shelf life and updated expiration dates)
Orders will ship free starting the week of Oct. 2, 2023
To learn more about the free at-home COVID-19 tests and resources, please click the button below.
 As Halloween begins its march toward our city, don't miss the chance to participate in the fun events being planned by our staff.
Friday before Halloween, join us for our Parks and Recreation's spectacular trunk or treat. On Halloween night, come to City Hall to see it like you've never witnessed it before.
Both events are free and open to the public, costumes are encouraged.
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Public Meetings
 Belmont City Council
Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023
7 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023
7 p.m.
Parks and Recreation Commission
Nov. 1
7 p.m.
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Doing Your Part
Since 2004, the President of the United States and Congress have declared the month of October to be Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a dedicated month for the public and private sectors to work together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.
This is the 20th Cybersecurity Awareness Month and it has grown into a collaborative effort between government and industry to enhance cybersecurity awareness, encourage actions by the public to reduce online risk and generated discussion on cyber threats on a national and global scale.
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Belmont Plays: Board Game Night
Introducing Belmont’s New Activity Series
Join other board game enthusiast for our brand-new game series, Belmont Plays.
Like Belmont Talks, the Belmont Plays series will take place at the Belmont Library Taube room on the second Thursday of the month. This series will be in-person only, no virtual option available.
The October date will be all about board games. Come play Spades, Hearts, Wits and Wagers, Blurt, and many more. Learn a new game or bring your own game and teach others.
This event is free and open to all ages and skill levels. Click the button below to get more information and register.
This event is free and open to all ages and skill levels. Click the button below to get more information and register.
Thursday, Oct. 12
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Belmont Library Taube Room
1110 Alameda de las Pulgas
Belmont, CA
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County Health Urges COVID-19 Shot & Flu Vaccination
San Mateo County Health officials urge residents six months and older to get the seasonal flu vaccine and the updated COVID-19 shot, which was approved last week by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
County residents should contact their primary health care provider or local pharmacy for flu and COVID-19 vaccines, which are available at no cost for those with insurance.
Residents without health coverage may also contact County Health via email at SMCHealth_IZ@smcgov.org or by calling (650) 573-2877 to learn how to access flu and COVID-19 vaccines at no cost.
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HIRING: County Elections Division Seeks Vote Center Staff
The San Mateo County Registration & Elections Division is seeking seasonal Vote Center Trainers to assist in the upcoming March 5, 2024 Presidential Primary Election.
Duties include training on San Mateo County elections procedures, how to use Vote Center equipment, Vote Center set-up, and voter assistance.
These recruitments will have hiring events via Zoom on Oct. 12 and Oct. 24 that will consist of on-the-spot interviews.
To participate, candidates must first submit their application. Those hired can expect to work for about nine weeks including on-site job training, teaching classes, and working in the Elections Division office.
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Get to Know SMC Fire - Open House Oct. 7
Your San Mateo Consolidated Fire Department is thrilled to invite all residents to our annual Open House.
FREE – but we ask all to make reservations and get your free tickets on Eventbrite.
Saturday, Oct. 7
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
SMCFD Fire Station 28
1040 E. Hillsdale Ave.
Foster City, CA
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Water Dog Run - Coming Soon
Don't miss out on the fun. It's not too late to sign up for the Water Dog Run on Saturday, Oct. 14. Participate to walk, run, cheer the runners on, or volunteer and show your support for what is looking like a record year for participants.
5k and 10k registration for students is discounted by $10. All registrants and volunteers are treated to a pancake breakfast sponsored by the Belmont Redwood Shores Rotary. Don't wait to secure your place. Get more information and register by clicking the button below.
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High School Fair - Oct. 18
See What School is the Best Match for the Students in Your Family
Our annual High School Fair returns on Wednesday, Oct. 18. This event is free and is open to all Belmont residents and non-residents with students about to enter high school.
Middle schoolers and their families will have the opportunity to network with local public and private high schools and learn about all they have to offer for incoming students.
Attending schools include Design Tech High School, St Ignatius College Preparatory, Carlmont High School, Junipero Serra High School, with more to be added.
Wednesday, Oct. 18
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Twin Pines Senior and Community Center
20 Twin Pines Lane
Belmont, CA
Click the button below for more information.
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Calling all Ukulele Enthusiasts and Players
Join the Peninsula Ukulele Group on the 3rd Monday of the month.
Beginners are welcome to a special mini-lesson at 5:30 p.m.
No ukulele? No problem.
Using your library card you are welcome to check one out from the library. The jam session begins at 6 pm.
Each month there's a new playlist.
Get updates on the PUGs Meetup page.
Wednesday, Oct. 18
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Belmont Library
1110 Alameda de las Pulgas
Belmont, CA
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A Community Recycling Education Day
Join Rethink Waste for its Recycling Day on Oct. 21, 2023
This year RethinkWaste is hosting the event at the Shoreway Environmental Center where there will be on-site shredding, tours of the facility, a clothes mending workshop, children’s crafting activity and Poster Contest winner recognition.
Saturday, Oct. 21
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Shoreway Environmental Center
333 Shoreway Road
San Carlos, CA
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Third Annual Mental Health Symposium Focuses on Military/Veteran Culture
Belmont Police Department is joining forces with Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care for this year's Mental Health Symposium.
For its third annual community support event, the focus of the evening will be on mental health, suicide prevention, and military/veteran culture.
Nov. 3, 2023
6 – 7:30 p.m.
Belmont Sports Complex
550 Island Parkway
Belmont, CA.
For complete information and to learn how you can attend, click on the button below.
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Front Desk Volunteers Needed
As the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center grows, we need your support at the front desk.
Volunteers at the front desk help with welcoming participants and guiding them to their activities, answering the phone, taking program sign-ups, and other administrative tasks.
It is a fun and engaging way to give back to your community.
Here are some available times, but there is flexibility depending on your availability:
Mondays: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Wednesdays: 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Thursdays: 9 – 11 a.m. or 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
For more information, stop by the Senior Center or call us at 650-595-7444.
Twin Pines Senior and Community Center
20 Twin Pines Lane
Belmont, CA
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2024 Minimum Wage Announcement
Beginning Jan. 1, 2024, the minimum wage for the City of Belmont will be $17.35 per hour.
Additional information, including the mandatory employer posting notice (also to be mailed out), is available at www.belmont.gov/minwage.
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Affordable Housing Interest List
Development is happening in Belmont! Join the Affordable Housing Interest List to receive information on preleasing opportunities and other updates.
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Housing Resources
Our growing list of resources can help you locate affordable housing, build self-sufficiency, fund energy-efficient upgrades, and more.
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Planning Commission Meetings
1st and 3rd Tuesdays at 7 p.m.
Council Chambers
1 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont
 Our sandbag stations are open for business.
We urge residents that know they will have a need for sandbags in the wet season to stock up before the season is upon us.
Also, for residents that still have sandbags, please re-use your bags and sand as feasible to help preserve supply for your neighbors.
Maintenance Work This Week
This week, Street and Traffic Operations applied over 5,000 linear feet of crack sealant to Sixth Avenue from Harbor Boulevard to F Street.
Staff also refreshed 160 linear feet of red curb on Old County Road, Alameda De Las Pulgas, and King Street.
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