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Don’t Let Fats, Oils, and Grease Ruin Your Holiday
This holiday season, help protect your home by properly disposing of fats, oils, and grease (FOG). Sewer blockages and backups caused by improper FOG disposal tend to increase during the holidays. Follow this simple recipe for a FOG-free season:
Dispose of fats, oils, and grease (FOG) properly with three easy steps:
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Can it. Once cooled, pour leftover oils and grease into a sturdy container, like a jar or coffee can.
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Scrape it. Before washing pots and pans, scrape out fats, oils and grease into the trash.
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Trash it. Put fatty and greasy food scraps in the garbage, not down the drain.
When FOG containing items from holiday cooking—like food scraps, gravies, and oils—go down kitchen sink drains and garbage disposals, they can cool, solidify, and stick to sewer pipes which can lead to overflows. Over time, FOG restricts sewage flow and can cause a sewer backup into customers’ homes and businesses. Sewer overflows are messy, costly, and bad for the environment.
If you experience a sewer problem like a slow drain or backup please call the Belmont Public Works Department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, even on holidays at 650-595-7425. Let’s work together to keep our sewers flowing smoothly this holiday season!
Thanksgiving Holiday Closure
City Hall will be closed Nov. 28-29 in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2.
Please keep in mind that the weekly eNews will resume after the holiday on Dec. 6. We wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving, Belmont!
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Belmont Seeks Resident Volunteers for Commissions
The City of Belmont is inviting residents to apply for positions on various City Commissions. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025. Interested individuals can apply online, by calling 650-595-7414, or in person at the City Clerk’s Office located at One Twin Pines Lane, Suite 330 (appointments suggested). Learn more about applying to commission positions.
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Business License Tax Updates Anticipated in the New Year
While there are still votes to be counted, Measure DD is on track to pass with 85% of Belmont voters supporting passage and majority approval required. San Mateo County will certify the election results by Thursday, Dec. 5.
Should the Measure pass, the City’s business license tax program will be restructured effective Jan. 1, 2025, changing all businesses' licensing periods to align with the calendar year and requiring them to file for renewal by March 1. Business owners are strongly encouraged to review our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about how this will affect your business license rate and renewal cycle.
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Winter & Spring 2025 Registration
Registration for Winter and Spring 2025 classes and events open on Monday, Dec 2. We have something for every age, skill level, and interest. Our usual favorites like the Wedding Fair in the Park, Superstar and Sweetheart Dance, and Zumba classes will be returning, as well as a new Salsa dancing class!
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Letters to Santa
This holiday season, youth can have fun practicing their writing and mailing skills by sending a letter to Santa at the North Pole! Letters must be dropped off or postmarked to Santa’s mailbox at 30 Twin Pines Lane by Monday, Dec. 9 to get a free, personalized response from Santa and his elves.
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Hideout Registration
Registration for the Hideout half-year (January to June) option is open! The Hideout is our after-school program, located at the Barrett Community Center. This is a fun and safe space for youth grades 6-8 to enjoy snacks, arts and crafts, sports, games, and more! The Hideout is open Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3-5 p.m. and Wednesday from 1-5 p.m. Get more information and register today.
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Public Meetings
City Council Meeting
Tuesday, Nov. 26
Closed Session: 6:30 p.m.
Regular Meeting: 7 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Commission
Wednesday, Dec. 4
7 p.m.
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Find Your Future Here
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Mark Your Calendar
Holiday Craft Faire Tomorrow
Get ready to shop! Our annual Holiday Craft Faire returns tomorrow, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse amazing handmade items throughout the Twin Pines Park. Vendors will fill the Senior and Community Center, Lodge, Manor, Cottage, and a new outdoor location with handcrafted items that will get you in the holiday spirit.
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Reorganization Ceremony
Join us for the Reorganization Ceremony of the outgoing and newly elected councilmembers, the selection of the Vice Mayor, and recognition of the 2024 Community Service and Beautiful Belmont award recipients on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. This event will be held in person at Belmont City Hall (1 Twin Pines Lane, Belmont) and virtually on Zoom (Webinar ID: 95745673035), with light refreshments to follow the ceremony.
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Belmont Police Santa Parade
Get ready, Belmont—Santa Claus is coming to town! Join Santa and the Belmont Police Department for the annual Santa Parade on Wednesday, Dec. 18, from 5-8 p.m. A detailed route with turn-by-turn directions will be shared soon. You can also track Santa’s progress live on X (formerly Twitter). Don’t miss this festive holiday tradition!
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Infrastructure Insider
Public Works Highlights
Public Works Operations staff replaced 3.5 tons of failed asphalt this week and responded to MyBelmont service requests. Some included cleaning up illegally dumped debris, applying thermo-plastic center line roadway striping, and addressing sewer and stormwater concerns.
Public Works and Parks Operations staff teamed up to clean storm drains and tarp sensitive hill slide areas all around the city to prevent flooding. Staff also closely monitored the city's sandbag stations to make sure they remain stocked at all times for Belmont residents.
Thank you to our dedicated staff for their proactive efforts in keeping our city safe and prepared for winter weather!
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Winter Storm Resources
As the rainy season begins, it’s important to stay prepared. If your property has been affected by flooding in the past, now’s the perfect time to prepare. Belmont residents can access free sandbags at the Public Works Corp Yard (110 Sem Lane), the Barrett Community Center Parking Lot (1870 Ralston Ave.), and the Belmont City Hall (1 Twin Pines Lane). Visit www.belmont.gov/storms for essential storm resources and safety tips.
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In Our Community
PG&E Offers Free Gas Appliance Safety Checks & Pilot Re-lights
To help customers prepare their gas appliances for safe use during the cold weather, Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) offers free in-home gas safety checks. Free safety checks help ensure that gas appliances, including water heaters, furnaces, and ovens, are operating safely and efficiently, reducing the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning within the home. During the gas safety checks, PG&E will also re-light pilot lights for customers with heaters or other appliances that have been turned off.
Scheduling your appointment online is free and easy and will help you avoid hold times on the customer service line. Customers can also call 800-743-5000 to schedule appointments. Learn more about helpful winter gas safety tips and how to schedule free gas appliance safety checks.
San Mateo Countywide Rain Barrel Program is Open
The Flows To Bay is excited to announce the return of its limited-time rain barrel distribution program. San Mateo County residents, property owners, and property managers can purchase up to two 50-gallon rain barrels for $80 each plus tax, while supplies last. Orders must be placed by Nov. 30. Residents can pick up their pre-ordered barrels at the Town of Hillsborough on Dec. 7 from 9 a.m. to noon and the City of San Carlos on Dec.14 from 9 a.m. to noon. Qualifying residents may be eligible for a full rebate for the cost of the discounted barrels under the rain barrel rebate program.
Help Provide Insights to Make Our County More Climate Resilient
San Mateo County's Flood & Sea Level Rise Resiliency District, also known as OneShoreline, has partnered with ISeeChange to create a new, simple way for residents to report flooding, erosion, and storm impacts. Residents in San Mateo County can use ISeeChange to share photos, videos, and stories to help validate flood models, identify problem areas, and advocate for effective solutions. Learn more about the project and how you can help make the county more climate resilient.
San Mateo Transportation Authority Needs Your Input
The Active 101: US 101 San Mateo County Crossings Improvement Implementation Plan aims to identify priority walking, biking, and transit improvements near US 101. Community members can provide input via an online mapping tool for a chance to win a $250 gift card until the end of November.
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