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Celebrate Lunar New Year with Us
Join us this Sunday, Feb. 3, from 2-4:30 p.m. at the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center (20 Twin Pines Lane) for a Lunar New Year celebration! This fun afternoon will feature traditional Chinese dance performances, live music, Tai Chi, poetry, arts and crafts, a Lion Dance, and more! There is something for the whole family, and all are welcome to attend. We encourage attendees to wear red to usher in good luck and prosperity for the Year of the Snake!
Fire Board Appoints Matt Turturici as New Fire Chief
The San Mateo Consolidated (SMC) Fire Board has appointed Deputy Chief Matt Turturici as the next SMC Fire Chief, effective Feb. 2, 2025. Turturici, who has served as Deputy Chief of SMC Fire Department since August 2021, brings more than 30 years of experience in the fire service, emergency medical services, and leadership roles, 27 of which were at SMC Fire Department and the City of San Mateo Fire Department.
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Fire Safety Chipping Program for Properties West of Alameda de las Pulgas
In early February, property owners west of Alameda de las Pulgas in Belmont will receive a mailer regarding a free chipping program being offered this March to help maintain defensible space for greater wildfire resiliency. This program is funded by a CAL FIRE grant and offered in coordination with San Mateo Consolidated Fire District. Chipping program guidelines and service dates will be included in the mailer or you may preview the communication here. Questions? Please contact our Parks and Recreation Department at (650) 595-7441. Thank you for helping your neighborhood become more fire safe!
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MLK Jr. Poetry & Essay Contest Closing Soon
Belmont students in grades 3-12 can still submit their poem or essay until Monday, Feb. 3. Students are asked to draw inspiration from Dr. King’s quote, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is ‘what are you doing for others?’” Finalists will be selected and invited to recite their piece at an awards ceremony, with a chance to win a monetary prize.
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Military Equipment Report Presentation
The Belmont Police Department will present on the 2024 Military Equipment Report at 4:30 p.m., immediately following the Public Safety Committee Meeting on Feb. 24 in the Emergency Operations Center, located on the 2nd floor of City Hall (1 Twin Pines Lane). A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation.
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Lunch Program Volunteers Needed
Join team Belmont and make a difference in your community by volunteering with our senior lunch program! We are looking for volunteers on Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Responsibilities include setting up for lunch, serving meals, and assisting with clean-up. Your time and care will bring joy and connection to local seniors! If you are interested, please contact pschmitz@belmont.gov.
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Public Meetings
Planning Commission
Tuesday, Feb. 4
Canceled
Parks & Recreation Commission
Wednesday, Feb. 5
7 p.m.
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Find Your Future Here
We’re hiring Recreation Leaders, Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, a Pool Manager, Counselors in Training, and Swimmer Aides 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!
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Mark Your Calendar
Senior Valentine’s Day Social
Something sweet is coming to the Senior Center this February! Join us on Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 10:15 a.m. for crafts, a beef pot roast lunch with dessert, and Valentine's Day themed bingo. There is a $6 suggested contribution, and reservations are required by Feb. 8. Please stop by or call the Senior Center at 650-595-7444 for more information or to make your reservation.
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Youth Spelling Bee
Belmont's Youth Advisory Committee is hosting a Youth Spelling Bee for grades K-3 on Saturday, March 22, at 11 a.m. at Barrett Community Center. Proceeds from the spelling bee will help support youth scholarships for Belmont Recreation programs. The fee includes a spot in the competition, a raffle ticket to potentially win prizes, and a certificate of participation.
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Infrastructure Insider
Public Works Highlights
This week, Public Works Operations made significant progress in maintaining Belmont’s roadways, filling over 140 potholes with more than 4 tons of cold-mix asphalt throughout the city. Crews also repaired or replaced numerous vandalized and damaged traffic signs and refreshed red curb markings to improve visibility and safety. In a collaborative effort, Public Works and Parks Operations staff trimmed overgrown trees along Ralston Avenue at Christian Drive, ensuring clear sightlines for traffic signals.
After an extended period of traffic delays at Ralston Avenue and Tahoe Drive, staff and vendors successfully resolved a traffic signal system issue that disrupted vehicle detection and caused inefficient red and green light cycles. The signals are now operating normally and responding in real time to traffic flow.
Finally, with rain expected in the coming days, staff are keeping the sandbag stations at Barrett Community Center, City Hall, and the Corporation Yard fully stocked for community use. Thank you to our dedicated crews for keeping Belmont safe and moving!
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Traffic Advisory Near Hiller Pump Station
Construction at the Hiller Pump Station between 604 and 606 Hiller Street is underway and will continue intermittently from Feb.3 to April 15, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Roads will remain open, but temporary traffic control will be in place. The primary construction phase will last approximately six weeks, followed by additional work related to electrical panel installation and testing. Please drive with caution through the construction zone.
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In Our Community
Know Your Rights Workshops
The County of San Mateo is hosting a series of "Know Your Rights" workshops, tabling events, and informational sessions on immigration rights, legal resources, and services throughout San Mateo County. These events are offered in English and Spanish and open to all residents, regardless of immigration status. They are organized by the County's Office of Community Affairs in partnership with nonprofit and community organizations. For more information about upcoming workshops, call 650-363-4194 or email immigrantservices@smcgov.org. Learn about your rights and get resources at www.smcgov.org/ceo/know-your-rights.
Unlocking ADUs Webinar
Join the ADU Resource Center of San Mateo County for a free webinar on Feb. 13 from 6-7 p.m. Learn about the ADU construction process, how to set your project up for success, and how to avoid potential pitfalls along the way. Hear from local industry experts and a homeowner who recently built an ADU. All are welcome but registration is required.
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