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A Buzzing Earth Day Event
Public Works hosted its annual Earth Day Event on Saturday, April 20, at Twin Pines Park. Local organizations and businesses had the opportunity to educate the public on environmental issues and the importance of sustainability through exhibits and interactive activities.
The event was a huge success, with over 150 attendees. There was a demonstration of a living beehive with a busy buzzing bee colony, courtesy of our friends the Beekeepers Guild of San Mateo County. The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA brought Trumpet, an adoptable (very treat motivated) Japanese quail! Thank you to all who participated and attended; we look forward to another wonderful event next year.
City Clerks Association of California Elects Communications Director
Congratulations to our City Clerk, Jozi Plut, on her election as the Communications Director for the City Clerks Association of California. Plut has 14 years of experience in the clerks office and was appointed as the Belmont City Clerk in 2021. In her new role, she will be updating the association's communications policy and branding. Her extensive knowledge and leadership are an asset to both Belmont and the City Clerks Association. We are truly grateful for your contributions to the field and the City of Belmont.
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Youth and Teen Summer Camp Scholarships
We're excited to announce that our Youth & Teen Summer Camp Scholarship application is officially live! Scholarships are available to help Belmont youth and teens participate in our summer camps.
Scholarships are generously funded by the Belmont Water Dog Run, Belmont Community Foundation, Rotary Club of Belmont & Redwood Shores, and Community Donations through our donation website. Approved applicants will receive $200 per week and may apply for up to four weeks, subject to availability. Available funds will be distributed on a first come, first-serve basis. Learn more and apply here.
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Business Stakeholder Forums
Thank you to all who have participated in our business forums, focus groups, and online survey; your feedback has been critical to our decision-making process.
Based on City Council feedback received on April 23, we will be holding two business forums in May to collect feedback on our current preferred alternative business license model and rates. Visit the Business License Update webpage for more information on this effort or to RSVP to attend a forum.
In addition, to continue to encourage feedback across all business types, we have reopened our online survey, including the alternative model tax calculator tool. All survey responses will be considered in our final recommendation to the City Council this June.
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Public Meetings
Parks & Recreation Commission
Wednesday, May 1
7 p.m.
Planning Commission
Tuesday, May 7
7 p.m.
City Council
Tuesday, May 14
Regular Meeting, 7 p.m.
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Find Your Future Here
Are you looking for a fun and rewarding summer job being outdoors and teaching children a lifesaving skill? We are currently hiring certified lifeguards to join our dedicated team. Flexible schedules, certification reimbursement, no weekends! Apply today.
Explore this and other opportunities to join #TeamBelmont by clicking below.
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Mark Your Calendar
Annual Lobsterfest Fundraiser
Join the Rotary Club of Belmont and Redwood Shores on Saturday, May 4, from 6 to 9 p.m. for the annual Lobsterfest, complete with 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. Register here.
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Register for Summer Swim lessons
Registration is now open for our summer swim lessons at Carlmont High School Pool. Ages 3-17, we offer lessons for all skill levels. Register Now!
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Attend the Summer Concert Series
Join the Belmont Park Boosters for their annual Summer Concert Series in Twin Pines Park. The concerts run every Sunday from June 16 to July 28 from 1-4 p.m. and are free and open to all. Learn more.
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Infrastructure Insider
Public Works Highlights
Public Works Operations staff continued to prepare for the 2024 Street Slurry Seal Project by crack sealing 4,171 linear feet, replacing over 18.5 tons of failed asphalt, and replacing concrete on several street segments across the city. Staff assisted a contractor in the thermo-plastic application of two new green bike sharrow legends. The team also repaired the Ralston bike lane delineators, filled over 130 potholes, and cleaned or painted over graffiti at three sites across the city. Staff removed the sandbag stations at Barrett Community Center and the City Hall parking lot, finally marking the end of the rainy season!
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Join the Commuter Challenge
Commuters in San Mateo County will have the opportunity to win one of five $250 e-gift cards when they pledge to take a sustainable mode of transportation to get to work. Commuters have until May 31 to enter. Take the pledge here!
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In Our Community
Celebrate the Music Festival This Weekend
SchoolForce’s Celebrate the Music Festival raises funds to keep music programs in the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District. Join us this Sunday, April 28, from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at Twin Pines Park. Experience performances ranging from 3rd to 5th grade musical showcases, Middle School Jazz, Carlmont Drum Line, and Battle of the Bands between Stanford and UC Davis! The event will offer food from local restaurants, games, and more.
How to Properly Assist Wildlife in Need
If you find a wild animal that may appear orphaned, injured, or distressed, please call the Peninsula Humane Society at (650) 340-7022 for guidance and assistance. If it’s safe to do so, you can bring the animal directly to their Center for Compassion located at 1450 Rollins Road in Burlingame between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. every day. If you find a wild animal in need of care after hours and it’s safe to transport, please bring the animal to After Hours Receiving at the Coyote Point shelter, located at 12 Airport Blvd in San Mateo. Do not give any food, water, or medicine – that often does more harm than good. Do not attempt to remove fishing lines or something that may be caught or tangled around the animal. Learn more here.
San Mateo County Health Mental Health Month
Each year, San Mateo County joins the state and country in celebrating Mental Health Month (MHM) in May. MHM is one of the best times of the year to increase awareness and inspire action to reduce the stigma against those with mental health and substance use conditions. This year's theme is "Heal Through Connection." Learn about upcoming events and additional information here.
Community School of Music and Arts Now in Belmont
The Community School of Music and Arts is excited to bring its music and arts programs to the City of Belmont! The ground floor of the new Artisan Crossing development at 1325 Old County Road is home to the new dedicated art space. The facility features four private lesson studios and a multiuse space for group classes for all ages. Registration for classes opens May 6 and sign up for lessons is now open.
Healthy Brain Aging Presentation
Join us on Tuesday, May 14 at 10:30 a.m. in the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center to discover practical strategies and tips to maintain cognitive health and improve the quality of life as you age. Presented by Diana Carbajal from Stanford Health and the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center. Please RSVP by calling (650) 595-7444.
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