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 Letter From Your City Clerk
The City of Belmont would like to provide an update on the upcoming Municipal Election. We encourage all eligible voters to participate.
This November 5, Belmont residents will have the opportunity to vote on Measure DD, which is not a new tax on businesses and does not tax residents. Measure DD is designed to modernize and simplify the Business License Tax (BLT)—reducing the tax on small businesses and requiring larger businesses to contribute proportionately towards maintaining general City services such as police, emergency medical response, and street/road maintenance. If enacted, Measure DD will update the City’s 1976 BLT under which smaller businesses pay disproportionately more.
Additionally, Belmont voters will have the opportunity to vote on the mayor’s race and select Council representatives in Districts 2 and 4. You can view candidate ballot statements, contribution filings, and a map of Council Districts through the link below.
For information on how to vote, determine which Council District you reside in, and how to contact the County Registrar of Voters we encourage you to visit www.belmont.gov/elections.
Thank you for your participation on November 5.
Jozi Plut
Belmont City Clerk
Belmont Blast Softball Team Recognition
Congratulations to the Belmont Blast girls softball team who were recognized at the City Council meeting on Oct. 8 for their successes this summer. The softball team finishing first in the Billie Sue Tournament, fourth in the USA Softball Northern California tournament, and qualified for the California State Games.
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Waterdog Run Traffic Advisory
The Belmont Water Dog Run is this Saturday, Oct. 12. Please be mindful of the following road closures between 6-11 a.m.:
- Alameda between Ralston to Carlmont Dr.
- Lyall Rd between Ralston to Continentals
- All of Merry Moppet Way & Lake Rd
- El Verano between Alameda to Ladera (Use Chula Vista)
Please drive with caution and plan ahead for traffic delays. There is also still time to register for Water Dog Run! All registrants and volunteers are treated to a pancake breakfast sponsored by the Belmont Redwood Shores Rotary.
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Community Meeting–Zoning Standards Along El Camino Real
You’re invited to a community meeting on the proposed Zoning Text Amendments related to Corridor Mixed Use District (CMU) development standards on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024, at 6 p.m. via Zoom. The purpose of this meeting is to provide an overview of the proposed text amendments that are being considered in the CMU District. This District is generally located along El Camino Real north of Middle Road and south of Harbor Blvd. The meeting will include a presentation from City Staff followed by community questions and comments. For more information about the meeting and to learn about the proposed amendments, visit the City’s website at www.belmont.gov/zoningamendments.
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Public Meetings
Planning Commission
Wednesday, Oct. 15
Canceled
City Council
Tuesday, Oct. 22
Regular meeting, 6 p.m.
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Find Your Future Here
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Mark Your Calendar
High School Fair
It is almost time for our annual High School Fair presented by the Belmont Youth Advisory Committee. Join us on Wednesday, Oct. 16 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center to get the inside scoop on all things high school. This event gives local middle schoolers and their families the opportunity to learn about what local public and private high schools have to offer. A full list of participating schools is available on our website. This event is free (no registration required) and open to all Belmont and non-Belmont residents.
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Join us for City HALLoween
Mark your calendars for Oct. 30 at 5:30 p.m. in Twin Pines Park for our upcoming City HALLoween event! Join us for a spooky evening filled with haunted buildings, fun activities, and lots of treats. It's a perfect opportunity for the whole family to enjoy the spirit of Halloween in our community.
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Trunk or Treat
Join us for a ghoulishly fun time at Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, Oct. 30, from 5:30-7 p.m. in the parking lot in front of the Parks and Recreation office in Twin Pines Park. Stop by to see amazing decorated cars and get candy. Costumes are encouraged! Event is free and open to all ages. No registration required.
Want to contribute to the event but decorating a trunk isn't for you? We're collecting donations of un-opened bagged (individually pre-wrapped pieces) candy! Donations are now being accepted to the Parks and Recreation Office (30 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont) during open hours (Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to noon and 1-5 p.m.). Thank you in advance for your support!
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Infrastructure Insider
Water Dog Lake Dam Gates to Open Monday November 4
The Public Works maintenance staff will open the gates at water dog lake spillway on Monday, Nov. 4. The Department of Water Resources Division of Dams requires the spillway gates to remain in the fully open position through April 1. Water releases allow the rainwater to be released in a measured way due to rain events and are necessary during the rainy season to reduce possible flooding from the lake. Residents may notice higher than normal water levels in Belmont Creek during the first 24-hours once the gate is open.
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In Our Community
2025 Sustainability Awards Are Open
Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Awards Program, which honors those who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to sustainable practices. Applications are welcome for SSMC’s Sustainability Awards, Youth Sustainability Award, and the Green Building Award. Applications must be received by 11:59 p.m. PST on Nov. 11, 2024. SSMC will recognize the awardees at its 26th Annual Awards Celebration on April 6, 2025.
Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency Offers Tips to Keep Your Data Safe
The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has launched a Secure Your World campaign with solid advice and practical steps you can take to protect your identity, bank account, credit score, and more. According to CISA, the top four things you can do are recognize and report phishing, use strong passwords, turn on multifactor authentication, and update software.
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