Belmont Seeks Resident Volunteers to Serve on its Commissions and Committees

City of Belmont California sent this bulletin at 12/15/2023 08:53 AM PST

Belmont Seeks Resident Volunteers to Serve on its Commissions and Committees

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 15, 2023

Belmont, CA -- The City of Belmont is currently recruiting residents interested in serving on various City Commissions. The deadline to apply is 5:00 P.M. Friday, January 19, 2024, the application is available on the City’s website: https://www.belmont.gov/our-city/city-government, by calling 650-595-7414, or in person at the City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, One Twin Pines Lane, Suite 330 (appointment suggested).

There are 2 openings on the Planning Commission for three-year terms. The Planning Commission meets the first and third Tuesdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. The Commission reviews and takes action on planning applications and makes recommendations to the City Council on zoning and land use issues.

There are 3 openings for adult seats on the Parks and Recreation Commission for two-year terms. The Parks and Recreation Commission meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. and makes recommendations to the City Council on matters pertaining to Belmont’s Park and Recreation programs, as well as on capital improvements to the City’s various parks and open space areas.

There are two openings for Youth seats on the Parks and Recreation Commission. The City Council will consider applications from Belmont residents who are between the ages of 13 and 17 years old. Parent/Guardian consent is mandatory. These seats are for one-year terms. Youth members are non-voting members of the Commission.
Additionally, one position on the Measure I Committee is exists. 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

To apply for any of these positions and to have an opportunity to make a contribution to your community, fill out the application form available on the website or from the Clerk’s Office (One Twin Pines Lane), and return it to the City Clerk’s Office no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, January 19, 2024. Applicants must live in Belmont. Except for a small stipend paid to Planning Commissioners, there is no compensation for these positions. It should be noted that incumbent members of all these commissions are eligible to apply for reappointment. An electronic copy of the application is acceptable to meet the deadline but must be followed up by a wet signature copy.

For more information, contact the City Clerk’s Office at 650-595-7414.

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