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City Welcomes All to Two Halloween Events
  As Halloween begins its march toward our city, don't miss the chance to participate in the TWO fun events being planned by our staff.
Trunk or Treat Comes to Twin Pines Park
Join us for a spooktacularly fun time at our second annual Trunk or Treat event. This year, we will be taking over the parking lot in Twin Pines Park in front of the Parks and Recreation office.
Stop by to see all the amazingly decorated cars and get lots of delicious candy. Costumes are encouraged. This event is free, no registration is required, and is open to all ages.
Friday, Oct. 27
5:30 – 7 p.m.
30 Twin Pines Lane
Belmont, CA
City HALLoween Returns
Making its comeback for a second year, our City HALLoween welcomes all to experience Belmont City Hall like you've never seen it before.
Come walk through the hallways and meet the unlikely inhabitants as they make their annual visit to our city.
The event is free and open to all. Spooky level is low and a fun experience is on the agenda. Costumes are not required but are encouraged.
Tuesday, Oct. 31
4 - 6 p.m.
1 Twin Pines Lane
Belmont, CA
How Should County Improve Mobility Along Highway 101?
Survey Seeks Feedback on North County
The San Mateo County Transportation Authority is currently gathering feedback on how to reduce congestion and improve mobility along the Highway 101 corridor, the first step in its 101 Corridor Connect project.
The 101 Corridor Connect project will identify, prioritize, and deliver a package of congestion management solutions along US 101 in San Mateo County. It will focus beyond highway infrastructure and include studies and recommendations relating to travel by foot, car, transit, bike, scooter, and ferry.
The first initiative for this project is the North County Multimodal Strategy which will assess travel along the corridor’s northern portion and include the cities of Millbrae, San Bruno, South San Francisco, Brisbane, and adjacent unincorporated communities. Feedback for North County is being collected through Nov. 17 via this online survey linked in the button below.
The TA anticipates the North County Multimodal Strategy to be completed early next year and will use it to serve as a foundation to elevate the transportation experience for all. Development of a Mid-County Multimodal Strategy will begin in mid-2024, and the South County Multimodal Strategy will follow.
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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.
 Updated 2023-2031 Housing Element Available
An updated 2023-2031 Housing Element is now available. Revisions were made in response to an April 2023 letter from the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD), and the revised document was sent to HCD for review on Oct. 19, following the seven-day public review period.
Please visit www.belmont.gov/housingelement for more information.
 Nominations are open for any residence or business that has made a beautification transformation in 2023.
Have you witnessed a significant improvement to a Belmont professional or personal property? Can you provide pictures of the new look, or before and after comparisons?
Nominations are free, easy, and can be made by anyone.
Award winners are celebrated at the final City Council meeting of the year. Submit your nomination today.
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Public Meetings
 Belmont City Council
Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023
6:15 p.m. (special meeting)
7:00 p.m. (regular meeting)
Parks and Recreation Commission
Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023
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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We have some of the best eateries, take-out hotspots, and local businesses on the Peninsula. We are proud members of the Chamber San Mateo and delighted by the many visitors who come to our city just to visit our unique businesses.
Get to know our Belmont businesses by clicking the button below.
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Belmont Seeks Measure I Committee Members
Applications are now open for the City of Belmont’s Measure I Committee.
The committee was established to report annually to the Belmont City Council regarding the collection and expenditure of revenue from Measure I, the Belmont Streets and City Services Measure, a ½-cent transaction and use tax.
Residents of any length of time are encouraged to apply for the volunteer position.
The committee meets twice a year, once to be briefed on the annual budget (mid-year) and again to review the Measure I Audit Report.
The committee’s duties are to review and evaluate Measure I annual reports and the general scope of the associated audit work. Based on the committee's review and the audit opinions of the independent auditor, the committee shall give reasonable assurance that the Measure I money is being properly spent and reported on. In order to preserve the integrity and independence of the advisory process, committee members shall not have a role in determining the use of revenue generated by Measure I.
Council will select two members for two-year terms and three members for three-year terms.
If you think you're an ideal candidate for the committee, please complete the application form linked in the button below. Want to learn more? Click here for more details about Measure I.
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See a Dead Bird? Report it says Vector Control
West Nile Virus has been detected in dead birds collected from Belmont (1 bird) and from the North Fair Oaks area (1 bird). A total of 12 dead birds have tested positive for West Nile virus in San Mateo County this year.
What can you do?
- Use an EPA-registered insect repellent when outdoors during dusk and dawn.
- Report dead birds - call 1-877-968-2473
- Report biting mosquitoes - call 650-344-8592
- Dump standing water to prevent mosquitoes from breeding.
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RethinkWaste Names its 2023 Poster Contest Winners
This week, RethinkWaste announced the winners of its 10th annual poster contest, which was open to all Third through Eighth graders attending schools in the RethinkWaste service area.
The contest was extended to middle school grade levels for the first time. This year’s poster theme was “Super Sorters,” where students were asked to creatively illustrate the ways they sort their waste.
In total, the agency received 47 original submissions from our student artists, representing 19 schools and six member agencies.
Belmont's winners were:
Middle School Category
First Place – “Can We Do Better Than Racoons?” (pictured above)
Alyssa L., 6th grade, Crystal Springs Uplands School, Belmont
Elementary School Category
Honorable Mention – “Think Before You Toss!”
Isabel Y., 5th grade, Belmont Oaks Academy, Belmont
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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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Stanford Holds Community Open Houses
Stanford welcomes all to two drop-in sessions this month. Both events will include brief project presentations to learn more about Stanford’s vision for a future Belmont campus and what Stanford is proposing.
Events are:
Wednesday, Oct. 25
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Presentations at 5:45 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.
NDNU’s Taube Center,
1500 Ralston Avenue,
Belmont, CA
Saturday, Oct. 28
10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Presentations at 10:45 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
NDNU’s Taube Center,
1500 Ralston Avenue,
Belmont, CA
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Learning at the Library:
Create Digitally - Several Free AI Resources Worth Trying
Join the Belmont Library for an insightful event on the latest AI resources.
Discover cutting-edge tools and technologies that are revolutionizing the world of artificial intelligence. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just curious about AI, this event promises to provide valuable insights and exciting opportunities for learning.
Event leaders will explore other digital resources for future “Create Digitally” installments.
Thursday, Oct. 26
6–7:30 p.m.
Belmont Library
1110 Alameda de las Pulgas
Belmont, CA
For more information, email David Vargas.
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What to do if your pet is lost?
Becoming separated from your pet can be very scary, and it’s important that you act quickly to search for your animal.
If you have lost your pet, please as soon as possible visit Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA at 12 Airport Boulevard in San Mateo during open hours (Monday to Friday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. and Saturday to Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Closed most holidays.)
Staff will ask you to complete a lost report and take you through the kennels to see if your pet is at the shelter. Each year, they reunite thousands of stray pets with their human companions.
If you have lost an animal and cannot visit right away, please call 650-340-7022 for help.
Stray animals are held for the state mandated four-day period (excluding the day they arrive) before being evaluated for adoption.
- Some more tips to consider if you’ve lost your pet:
- Post fliers in the area where your pet was lost.
- Search your neighborhood and talk to your neighbors to let them know your pet is lost.
- Post on social media sites with information about your lost animal.
It’s also very important to make sure your animal is microchipped and that the microchip information is up to date.
For more information, click on the button below.
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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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$5,000-$25,000 Small Business Grants
The Small Business Growth Fund is back for the third and final round of 2023!
Hello Alice and the Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) have partnered with funding from Etsy and Progressive to offer grants aimed at providing small business owners the capital they need to make their next move. Recipients will receive $5,000-$25,000 grants to help accelerate their growth and achieve their goals.
The application deadline is Friday, Oct. 27 at 3 p.m.
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Minimum Wage Posting Notices
Beginning Jan. 1, 2024, the minimum wage for the City of Belmont will be $17.35 per hour. Posting notices are available online now and will also be mailed to businesses Nov. 1.
Additional information 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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Free Informational Seminars for Seniors
Want to learn about free resources for seniors in our community? The Twin Pines Senior and Community Center is hosting seminars on a variety of topics this fall.
All seminars are free of charge, but please RSVP to 650-595-7444.
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Scam Prevention Seminar
This seminar will examine the ins and outs of senior and dependent adult scams. Did you know scams tend to increase during the holiday season? This seminar will highlight the importance of shopping safely during the upcoming holiday season. It will also offer real-world advice on preventing and reporting scams. Presented by Cassie Villar with Adult Protective Services. Please RSVP to 650-595-7444.
Tuesday, Oct. 24
10:30 a.m.
Twin Pines Senior and Community Center
20 Twin Pines Lane
Belmont, CA
Save the date for upcoming seminars:
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Medication Management
- Tuesday, Nov 7 at 10:30 a.m.
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Advanced Healthcare Directives/Power of Attorney
- Tuesday, Dec 5
- One-on-one assistance 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
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Transportation Resources
- Tuesday, Dec 12 at 10:30 a.m.
NEW Twin Pines Book Club
Connect with others over lively conversation while we adventure together through our reading choices.
The Belmont Library and the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center are partnering to offer a new book club that will meet on the first Thursday of the month at 2:30 p.m.
“West with Giraffes” by Lynda Rutledge will be discussed at the first meeting on Nov 2, along with what the group envisions for the book club moving forward. Whether you have time to read the book or not, you’re welcome to join us.
Thursday, Nov. 2
2:30 p.m.
Twin Pines Senior and Community Center
20 Twin Pines Lane
Belmont, CA
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Free Blood Pressure Checks
Stay on top of monitoring your blood pressure. Receive personalized, individualized screening and counseling by an experienced Sequoia Hospital nurse who can answer your questions and help you understand your results.
Free screenings are available at the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center on the third Tuesday of each month.
Tuesday, Nov. 21
11 a.m. – Noon
Twin Pines Senior and Community Center
20 Twin Pines Lane
Belmont, CA
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The APWA Accreditation Process
Communities around the world are all connected through public works infrastructure and services that enhance everyone’s quality of life.
Our Public Works Department has been working diligently over the past several years to become a nationally recognized Public Works Department through the accreditation process of the American Public Works Association.
The awarding of an APWA accreditation to the department would be a reflection of the dedication and commitment of staff and management to serving Belmont and would also indicate that the department is performing at the highest level possible for a California city with regard to Public Works services, maintenance, construction, engineering and compliance with required regulations.
APWA reviewers will be visiting Belmont in early 2024 to evaluate the department, so rest assured, the highest standards for our community are not just being promised but are being realized.
For more information on Public Works policies and procedures, and the accreditation process, feel free to contact Janice Svendsen, Administrative Assistant at jsvendsen@belmont.gov.
Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
Update to City Council set for Tuesday, Oct. 24
 The Belmont Sanitary Sewer Master Plan is progressing rapidly.
The goals of this SMP are to:
• Identify sanitary sewer system capacity and condition deficiencies
• Develop and prioritize maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement projects
• Develop and prioritize short- and long-term capital improvement projects
Stay tuned to hear an update on the status of this Master Plan at our Oct. 24 City Council meeting.
Old County Road Improvement Project
As part of its Capital Improvement Program, Mid-Peninsula Water District will be replacing and upgrading a portion of the water main along Old County Road south of Ralston Avenue.
The project consists of replacing approximately 3,200 linear feet of 4- and 8-inch cast iron and 20-inch concrete cylinder pipe transmission line to replace infrastructure dating back to the 1930s.
The project area will be along Old County Road from Ralston Avenue to F Street, and approximately 450 feet along Ralston Avenue between Old County Road and Elmer Street.
Construction work is proposed to begin in late October 2023, and continue for approximately 11 months.
Daily lane closures along OCR will occur between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and along Ralston Avenue between 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., except for holidays and weekends.
The agency has obtain authorization for nightwork for this project as well (9 p.m.- 5 a.m., Sunday night through Friday morning), to expedite project completion and minimize delays and disruptions to the traveling public.
For extensive project information, click the button below, then click the traffic advisory tab.
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 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, our Street and Traffic Operations finished refreshing striping on Alameda De Las Pulgas at Ralston Avenue and replaced 1.5 tons of asphalt on Sixth Avenue at E Street to prepare it for the 2024 Slurry Seal Project.
Staff also cleaned traffic signal vehicle detection camera lenses at the intersections of Ralston Avenue at Tahoe Drive and at South Road.
This is done as preventive maintenance since accumulated debris and water spots on the camera lenses can cause glare from the sun, missed vehicle detection, and prolonged wait times for green lights.
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