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Martin Luther King, Jr. Poetry & Essay Contest Winners Present at City Council
The winners of the second annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Poetry & Essay Contest presented at this week's City Council meeting. For the contest, students responded to Dr. King’s quote, “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” With inspiration, passion, and bravery, students shared their thoughts and reflections on what changes they’d like to see in their own community and the world.
Congratulations to the winners, and all of the talented finalists. To hear their presentations, please click the link below.
Mid-year Budget Review Presented to the City Council
On Tuesday night, the City Council received the mid-year budget review. Overall, results are tracking to budget expectations. General Fund revenues are relatively flat, while expenditures are contained at about 2.2% under budget, mainly due to one-time savings that are not sustainable in the long-term. The City continues to face challenges with the State takeaway of property taxes, a primary source of General Fund revenue. Following the presentation, the Council approved revisions to the capital improvement and operational project budgets. Watch the presentation here.
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Belmont Welcomes New Communications & Community Affairs Officer
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Elizabeth Tsachres as our inaugural Communications and Community Affairs Officer. This new role is a vital part of our Strategic Plan initiative to enhance community engagement efforts and increase communications with our valued residents. Read more here.
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Barrett Field Temporarily Closed
The Barrett Field will be closed to all users today, Mar. 1. There were no morning off-leash hours as the field is still saturated and not safe for use.
Morning off-leash hours, 7-8 a.m., will begin once the field has dried out. Learn more about off-leash hours here.
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Crews Replace Nearly 3 Tons of Asphalt
This week, our Public Works team replaced nearly three tons of failed asphalt on the 1400 block of Alameda, filled potholes (Lane, Shoreway), worked on multiple street light outages (Monte Cresta, Alameda, Ralston), worked on multiple traffic signal vehicle detection systems (Ralston at Cipriani, Tahoe, and Hallmark), continued Bike Bridge preventive maintenance, and removed an abandoned wooden street light pole from the corner of Sixth and O'Neil. Learn more about Public Works projects here.
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Public Meetings
Planning Commission
CANCELED
Tuesday, Mar. 5
Parks and Recreation Commission
CANCELED
Wednesday, March 6
City Council
Tuesday, Mar. 12
Regular Meeting: 7 p.m.
Public Safety Committee
Monday, Mar. 18, 2:30 p.m.
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Find Your Future Here
We're recruiting for a Housing and Economic Development Manager as well as seasonal recreation leaders and aquatics staff.
Explore these and more opportunities to join #TeamBelmont by clicking below.
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Mark Your Calendar
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Shamrock Scavenger Hunt
Lucky the Leprechaun's pot of gold has gone missing at the Barrett Community Center, and he needs your help! Youth ages 9-4 are invited to join us on Friday, March 15 for a scavenger hunt filled with "Minute to Win It" games, trivia, puzzles, and prizes. Register here.
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3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Get ready for a thrilling, high-energy 3-on-3 teen basketball tournament that's free and open to youth ages 11-18. Have a blast while showcasing your basketball talents in a spirited atmosphere. All participants will receive a basketball on the last day, with prizes for the top teams. The tournament runs Wednesdays, from 2 to 4 p.m. starting March 6. Register here.
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Teen Wellness Retreat
Teens grades 6th-12th are invited to join the City of Belmont and City of San Carlos’ first annual Teen Wellness Retreat on Saturday, April 20, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Throughout the free one-day event, participants will refresh their mental health through workshops and self-care activities, breakfast and lunch, boba, a resource fair, raffles, and more. Register here.
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Annual Lobsterfest Fundraiser
Join the Rotary Club of Belmont and Redwood Shores on Saturday, May 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. for their annual Lobsterfest Fundraiser. Enjoy a lobster dinner, bar, silent and live auctions, music, and more. All proceeds support the local community and international causes such as clean water projects and student scholarships. Early bird pricing available through April 1. Learn more here.
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In Our Community
Caltrain Electric Train Testing & Virtual Community Meeting
In mid-March, Caltrain will begin testing their new electric trains between San Mateo and San Jose. In April, they will expand the testing to cover the entire corridor. These tests mark a significant step towards modernizing and enhancing rail service for passengers and the community. To minimize disruptions to regular service, testing will occur during weeknights, from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. Residents may hear additional noise during testing hours, including grade crossing activations and train horns.
On Tuesday, Mar. 5 at 5:30 p.m., Caltrain will be holding a community meeting via Zoom to discuss the testing schedule and activities. For more information, please visit the Caltrain Electrification Community Meeting page or email questions to calmod@caltrain.com.
HEART First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Learn about HEART's Payment Assistance Program for first-time homebuyers and the homebuying process at a virtual workshop on Wednesday, March 6, from 2 to 3 p.m. The program is designed to equip prospective buyers with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of purchasing a home in today's market. Register here.
"Slam the Scam Day" Highlights Tips for Avoiding Government Imposter Scams
On Thursday, March 7, help protect your loved ones and people in your community on "Slam the Scam Day" by educating them about government imposter scams. Don't be embarrassed to report if you shared personal information or suffered a financial loss; it is important to report scams as quickly as possible. Learn how to protect yourself here. Report a social security scam to the Office of the Inspector General here.
March History Room Hours
The Belmont Historical Society's History Room will be open on March 10, March 24, April 14, and April 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. The History Room is located in the back of the Manor House in Twin Pines Park. Learn more here.
“Youth Over Profit” Public Service Announcement Contest
The San Mateo County Tobacco Education Coalition (TEC) Youth Advisory Group (YAG) and San Mateo County Office of Education are hosting the 3rd annual anti-tobacco public service announcement (PSA) contest for middle and high school students. The YAG invites students countywide, grades 6th-12th, to submit a PSA for the contest. There are three categories, poster, audio, and video, each of which will be awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes. Submissions are due Mar. 29. Learn more here.
Belmont Library March Events
The Belmont Library has events all throughout March. Visit their events calendar here.
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Winter Storm Resources
Find information on self-serve sandbag filling stations, emergency contacts, and more on our Storm Safety page.
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