Fraudulent Invoices Targeting Planning Department Customers

The City of Belmont has been made aware of a fraudulent email scheme targeting both current and former Planning Department customers. The scam involves sending fake invoices using the names of Belmont city staff and instructing recipients to wire money to a fraudulent account. The current reports of this scam utilize an email address of Planning.belmont.gov@usa.com.

Residents are urged to be cautious and not respond to these specific emails or send any payments. Please be vigilant and thoroughly check email addresses that include Belmont within the address structure.

The City of Belmont Community Development Department receives payments from Planning Department customers through an online portal called eTrakit or with a physical check with an appointment at our Permit Center.

If you receive any suspicious communication, are uncertain about the legitimacy of an email claiming to be from the City, or if you have received an invoice from the City of Belmont and would like to verify its authenticity, we encourage you to contact us directly via email at cdev@belmont.gov or call us at (650) 595-7417.

Thank you to our Carlmont Summer Interns!

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible high school interns! This summer, they jumped into the world of public service, contributing to meaningful projects, learning new skills, and gaining firsthand experience in how local government serves the community. As they return to their studies, we hope they carry with them the lessons learned about the essential role of local government in serving and uplifting our community, and wish all of you the best in the upcoming school year and beyond!

The Launch of the Fats, Oils, and Grease Control Program

The City of Belmont will soon begin routine inspections of local Food Service Establishments (FSEs) as part of its Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP) Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) Control Program. These inspections are mandated by orders from the State Water Resources Control Board and aim to reduce potential blockages and overflows related to FOG in the City's sanitary sewer system.

The program focuses on educating facility owners and staff about the proper maintenance of grease control devices (GCDs), such as grease traps and interceptors, while encouraging best management practices to keep FOG out of the sewer system.

During these inspections, the City's contract inspectors will review facilities' cleaning and maintenance records, check grease and solids levels, inspect the condition and operation of GCDs, and ensure the proper disposal of fryer oil. These efforts are essential for protecting public health, the environment, and the City's infrastructure. For more information about the City's FOG Control Program, please visit www.belmont.gov/FOG or call (650) 595-7425.

Meet BPD at Coffee With A Cop

Join the Belmont Police Department on July 8 from 8-10 a.m. at Starbucks in Belmont (1050 A El Camino Real) for Coffee with a Cop!

Join Us for the Next Belmont Summer Concert

Summer concerts in the park continue this Sunday, July 6, sponsored by Windy Hill and Kenson Ventures. This week’s band, Highwater Blues, has been with us for several years, featuring rhythm and blues! This free concert will take place in the Twin Pines Park Meadow from 1 to 4 p.m. Refreshments will be available for purchase. The entire concert lineup is available here. Come on out and enjoy this family-friendly community event that’s been around for over 45 years!

Save the Date for National Night Out

This year, National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, August 5, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Join the City of Belmont and the San Mateo County Library for a fun evening at Belameda Park! Enjoy BBQ, ice cream, and family-friendly activities while getting to know city staff and community partners. There will also be several National Night Out events taking place throughout Belmont, so stay tuned for more details, which will be available on our website soon.

Do you want to bring your neighborhood together? Host a National Night Out event and help us build stronger, safer communities through connection. Whether you choose to serve food, play music, or simply gather with lawn chairs for conversation, it’s all about community. To register your neighborhood, please email mperez@belmont.gov. 

Pavement Rehabilitation Project Update

The City of Belmont is pleased to announce that the 2025 Pavement Rehabilitation Project will start construction on the week of July 7. The project will begin with concrete improvements, including the construction of new, accessible curb ramps and drainage improvements. Once concrete work is completed, roadwork will commence. Notifications will be distributed on project corridors ahead of concrete and asphalt work. Please follow all posted signage and use caution when walking or driving past construction sites.

Public Works Highlights

This week, Public Works Operations staff placed signs at the city limits on Ralston, Alameda, and El Camino to remind everyone that the use of fireworks is prohibited in Belmont. Additionally, the team repaired a damaged pedestrian crosswalk lighting system, filled over 100 potholes, and replaced more than 9 tons of failed asphalt throughout the city. After a tree company accidentally knocked down overhead power lines last week, staff collaborated with a vendor to restore power to all streetlights on Ralston from Cipriani to Lyall in record time by assisting with traffic control to allow for the safe replacement of all overhead power lines.