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 Belmont Celebrates Pride Month
In June we celebrate and honor LGBTQIA+ individuals and the strides made in the movement for love and acceptance. Thank you to all who came to our Pride Flag Raising Ceremony on Tuesday to support our LGBTQIA+ community. Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging for every member of our community. Embracing diversity enriches us all and makes our city stronger and more vibrant. Thank you for being part of this journey toward a more inclusive and compassionate community.
San Mateo Consolidated Fire Assists Neighboring Jurisdiction
On June 3rd, emergency services responded to a call at 2700 Middlefield Rd. in an unincorporated area under the Menlo Park Fire District's jurisdiction. Units from Redwood City and Menlo Park rushed to the scene, discovering a fire in progress on the fifth floor of a six-story apartment building under construction.
As the situation unfolded, San Mateo Consolidated Fire (SMC Fire) units were called to assist with the incident and dispatched seven engines, two ladder trucks, and one battalion chief to the scene. SMC Fire played a critical role in deploying large fire streams to combat the blaze and safeguarding 12 nearby homes from burning debris. Additionally, two extra engines from San Mateo Consolidated were deployed to cover the southern area of the county's fire stations.
As the fire subsided, San Mateo Consolidated companies were gradually released, with all resources returning to SMC jurisdiction that evening. A special thank you to all of our first responders and SMC Fire for supporting our neighbors with a swift and successful response.
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Join the Community Center Conversation
Have you participated in the Community Center Conversation yet? Our beloved Barrett Community Center is 73 years old and in dire need of change. We want to hear your priorities for our City’s community center! Join us Wednesday, June 12 at 10:30 a.m. at the Cottage in Twin Pines Park for our next Community Center Conversation at the Belmont Senior Club Meeting. Learn more.
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Evening Barrett Off-Leash Hours Resume
Evening off-leash hours at Barrett Field are from 7-8 p.m. Monday thru Friday from June 17 to August 9. The usual morning hours will continue until November 30, from 7-8 a.m., Monday thru Friday only. Dogs are not allowed on the field in any capacity outside of these hours. Please do not allow your dog to dig on the field and always clean up after your dog. Thank you for your cooperation and for helping keep our field clean and safe.
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Public Meetings
City Council
Tuesday, June 11
Regular meeting, 7 p.m.
Planning Commission
Tuesday, June 18
7 p.m.
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Find Your Future Here
Are you ready to be part of the heartbeat of Belmont's community fun? We are hiring a part-time office assistant to join our Parks and Recreation Department! Learn more and apply here.
Explore more opportunities to join #TeamBelmont by clicking below.
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Mark Your Calendar
Mobile Recreation Starts in July
Join us for fun in the sun at our Mobile Recreation events! This summer will bring soccer, cornhole, disc golf, and more to local parks. We will be at Alexander Park on Tuesday, July 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Twin Pines Park on Tuesday, July 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Enjoy activities, meet new friends, and experience Belmont’s beautiful parks. These events are free, open to all ages, and do not require registration.
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Waterdog Hikes
Come and enjoy the beauty of Belmont’s Open Space! These free hikes will take place on July 11, July 18, and July 25 and will help us celebrate Parks Make Life Better Month. Join us for just one or come to all the hikes! Each hike will be led by a knowledgeable member of our parks staff. Join us for a great hike and learn about Waterdog Open Space. Enroll here.
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Belmont Blooms
Join us for our new gardening event on Saturday, July 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Barrett Community Garden (and surrounding area). Learn about mulch, compost, native plants, the best time of year to plant certain seeds, and so much more. This event is free and open to all ages. Register here.
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Save the Date for National Night Out
Our National Night Out plans are officially underway! We're thrilled to extend a warm invitation to all neighborhoods. This is the perfect opportunity to come together, strengthen community bonds, and celebrate safety and unity. Join the fun on August 6 from 5-8 p.m.
We're eager to welcome participation from additional neighborhoods and make this year's National Night Out the best one yet! Stay tuned for updates and for additional information or questions please contact Mara Perez at (650) 595-7413 or via email at mperez@belmont.gov.
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Infrastructure Insider
Belmont Staff Wins First Place at APWA Roadeo
Congratulations to Jamie Monge for wining first place at the American Public Works Association (APWA) Silicon Valley Chapter 2024 Annual Equipment Roadeo! The Roadeo provides an ideal forum to showcase the operating skills of APWA members and offers learning and networking opportunities for participants. It includes a wide range of equipment used by public works departments throughout the United States and Canada.
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Public Works Highlights
Public Works Operations staff replaced damaged street signs, refreshed over 350 feet of red curb paint, and replaced 9 tons of asphalt throughout Belmont.
Public Works and Parks Operations staff teamed up with the Public Works Engineering crew this week to trim vegetation in preparation for the pavement project in progress. This trimming will allow the project staff and equipment to operate safely and prevent damage to private property trees and shrubs as well as save money on the project by doing the work in house.
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EIR Public Comment for Twin Pines Stormwater Detention Basin Project
Public Comment is open for the Draft Environmental Impact (EIR) Report for the Twin Pines Stormwater Detention Basin Project. The project involves the construction of a stormwater storage facility beneath the parking lots or other areas in Twin Pines Park.
The Draft EIR and technical appendices are available online here or as hardcopies at City Hall, Public Works Department (1 Twin Pines Ln., Ste. 385) or Belmont Library (1110 Alameda de las Pulgas).
Written comments may be emailed to Elizabeth Wada, senior civil engineer at ewada@belmont.gov or mailed to 1 Twin Pines Lane, Suite 385, Belmont, CA 94002 until Friday, June 28, at 5 p.m.
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In Our Community
Home Insurance Shopping Help Webinar
United Policyholders is working hard to help California property owners stay financially protected despite unprecedented insurance availability and affordability challenges. Join Executive Director, Amy Bach, and a panel of agent and broker experts on Tuesday, June 11 from 5-6:30 p.m. for a virtual Home Insurance Shopping Help webinar to learn about common insurance questions. Register here.
San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District Open House
San Mateo County Mosquito and Vector Control District is hosting an Open House on Saturday, June 15, from 12-4 p.m. at 1351 Rollins Rd. in Burlingame. Attend to learn more about mosquito control, yellowjacket nest treatment, and other services. This is a family-friendly event with activities for all ages. Learn more here.
Volunteers Needed for the Park Boosters Summer Concert Series
The Belmont Park Boosters is in need of additional volunteers in order to provide full concessions at each of the summer concerts. Concerts start June 16 from 1-4 p.m. and will run every Sunday through July 28. Volunteers also get a free meal! If you think you can help at one or more concerts, please contact Terri Cook at terrimcook@comcast.net.
Take the San Mateo County Libraries Survey!
This is your chance to help inform how resources could help support San Mateo County residents. Take the survey here.
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