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 City of Belmont Emergency Preparedness Resources
The devastating fires in Southern California serve as a stark reminder of the importance of staying prepared for emergencies. To help our community stay informed and ready, the City of Belmont has launched two new webpages dedicated to emergency preparedness and updates.
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Emergency Updates: This webpage will provide critical updates and announcements during emergencies. In addition to updating this page, we’ll share information on our social media channels and through press releases. To stay informed, sign up to receive City News directly in your inbox.
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Emergency Resources: This webpage offers essential resources, including links to alerts like SMC Alert and Know Your Zone, as well as guidance for all-hazard preparedness.
We extend our deepest gratitude to first responders for their tireless efforts in aiding our Southern California neighbors, and we thank our Belmont community for prioritizing preparedness. Together, we can build a safer and more resilient future.
Celebrating Belmont's Talented Youth Artists
Belmont is proud to celebrate the incredible creativity of our young artists! Congratulations to Victor Lee for winning the RethinkWaste Poster Contest and to Andy, Alice, and Harrison for winning HIP Housing’s Calendar Contest.
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Temporary Cipriani Dog Park Closure
Cipriani Dog Park will be closed for seasonal maintenance on Jan. 21 and 22 and is scheduled to reopen on Jan. 23. This maintenance work includes weed removal, drain maintenance, and irrigation repairs. Please abide by all closure signs posted at the dog park entrances.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Poetry and Essay Contest
As we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. this Monday, we remind all Belmont students grades 3rd through 12th that they can submit an original poem or essay until Monday, Feb. 3. Submissions respond to Dr. King’s question: “What are you doing for others?” Winners and finalists can earn monetary prizes!
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Public Meetings
Planning Commission
Tuesday, Jan. 21
7 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Commission
Wednesday, Jan. 22
6:30 p.m.
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Find Your Future Here
We’re hiring Recreation Leaders, Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and a Pool Manager to support our summer camp and aquatics programs. If you’re looking to engage youth and make a positive difference in their lives this summer, we have a job for you!
Not quite old enough for a paid position, but still want to gain experience working with youth? We’re also accepting applications for summer Counselors in Training and Swimmer Aides.
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Mark Your Calendar
Lunar New Year Celebration
We are less than one month away from our fourth annual Lunar New Year Celebration! Join us on Sunday, Feb. 2, from 2-4:30 p.m. in the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center to celebrate the Year of the Snake. We encourage you to wear red to bring good luck to the new year and enjoy an afternoon with traditional Chinese dancers, musicians, Tai Chi, a Lion Dance, and themed crafts. This event is free and open to all.
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Childcare Preview Event
Join the City of Belmont and Footsteps Childcare for a Childcare Preview Event on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center. This fun, free, and informative event will allow families to speak with preschool representatives, explore available programs, and find the right fit for your child’s early learning journey.
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Infrastructure Insider
Public Works Highlights
This week, our dedicated Public Works Operations team worked hard to maintain and improve Belmont’s infrastructure. Crews responded to service requests, addressing red curb paint and filling potholes using over one ton of hot mix asphalt. They also replaced damaged street signs, traffic signal shades, and failed traffic and pedestrian signal bulbs for enhanced safety and visibility and completed construction of retaining walls at Ralston and Cipriani to relocate the traffic signal control cabinet.
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In Our Community
Attend the Free Wildfire Safety Webinar
San Mateo County Department of Emergency Management and Thrive Alliance is hosting a free virtual webinar on wildfire safety on Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 4-4:45. The Zoom presentation features concrete information you can use to increase your safety in the event of a fire, such as preparedness, go bags, and defensible space.
Join the Winter Recipe Exchange at the Belmont Library
Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting to experiment in the kitchen, this fun and cozy event is perfect for sharing your favorite seasonal recipes and discovering new ones. Join the Winter Recipe Exchange on Tuesday, Jan. 28, from 6:30-7:45 p.m. at the Belmont Public Library, John Christgau Fireplace Room.
Samaritan House Gala: Limited Tickets Available
The Samaritan House invites the community to its annual gala fundraiser, A Night in the Enchanted Garden, on March 21. Tickets are currently available for purchase but do sell out. If you are interested in sponsorship or volunteer opportunities, please email Beth Hefner at bhefner@samaritanhousesanmateo.org.
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