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City of Belmont Announces Greg McCulloh as New Poet Laureate for Centennial Year
The City of Belmont Parks and Recreation Department and the Belmont Public Library are pleased to announce the appointment of Greg McCulloh as Belmont's Poet Laureate for a three-year term beginning in 2026. As Poet Laureate, McCulloh will work to promote poetry throughout the community and celebrate Belmont's centennial through the literary arts. The community can look forward to poetry programs and events at the Belmont Public Library, in Belmont parks, and at city events throughout his tenure.
Happy Hydrants and Utility Box
Help us celebrate Belmont’s Centennial by showing your artistic talent with a nod to Belmont’s history! Our second round of Happy Hydrant applications is now live. We’re also looking for an artist to paint our utility box at the corner of Ralston and Sixth Avenue. Please visit www.belmont.gov/100years for more information about requirements and deadlines. Many thanks to the hydrant artists from our first round who have completed their projects. We’re enlivening the streets of Belmont, one hydrant at a time!
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Belmont Community Learning Center Enrollment
Enrollment is officially open for our licensed preschool program, and we’d love to meet your family! At Belmont Community Learning Center, we create an engaging and nurturing environment where children ages 2 to 5 can explore, discover, and grow at their own pace. By balancing structured activities with opportunities for self-directed play, we support the development of social, emotional, cognitive, and physical skills, empowering each child to reach their full potential. Visit our website or email our Preschool Director at iorellana@belmont.gov to book a tour to learn more and see our school in action!
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Martin Luther King Jr. Poetry & Essay Contest
The deadline to submit a piece of original work for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Poetry and Essay Contest is Monday, Feb. 2! All Belmont students, grades 3-12, are encouraged to participate and submit a poem or essay reflecting on this year's quote: "Even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream." Celebrate the legacy of Dr. King by inspiring hope, change, and a brighter tomorrow for all. Finalists will be invited to recite their poem or essay at the awards ceremony on Thursday, Feb. 26, at the Twin Pines Lodge from 6-7:30 p.m. All finalists and winners will also receive monetary prizes!
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Climate Action & Adaptation Plan Workshop
Help shape Belmont’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, which will establish key strategies to increase resilience to climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, aligning with State targets. Join us for a virtual workshop focused on the Plan's draft measures and actions on Thursday, Feb. 26, from 7-8:30 p.m.
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Public Meetings
Planning Commission Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 3
7 p.m.
Council Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 10
6 p.m.
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Mark Your Calendar
Lunar New Year Celebration
Join us on Feb. 8 from 2-5 p.m. at the Twin Pines Senior and Community Center for a Lunar New Year Celebration! This free event will feature dance, music, crafts, and more. We encourage you to wear red to bring in good luck for the new year!
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Coffee with a Cop
Join the Belmont Police Department for a free coffee on Feb. 11 from 7:30-9 a.m. at Peet's in Belmont (1200A El Camino Real) for Coffee with a Cop!
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Learn to Use Your iPhone Workshop
Join the Belmont Youth Advisory Committee at the Senior and Community Center on Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 10:30 a.m. for a digital literacy workshop to help seniors get the most out of their iPhones. As an Agre Friendly City, we are proud to offer this workshop to our community members. This workshop is free, but please call (650) 595-7444 to reserve your spot.
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Development Corner
We are happy to introduce the new development corner portion of our weekly newsletter! This feature will highlight new applications for major development projects and inform the public about upcoming public hearings. More detailed information on each project is available on our Development Projects website.
Charles Armstrong School Expansion Project
The proposed school expansion project consists of two phases: Phase I will construct an approximately 11,900-square-foot academic wing, and Phase II will include a new 11,100-square-foot gym. The project also includes proposed modifications to school operations to increase the maximum enrollment from 260 to 290 students. The project went before the Planning Commission on January 6 and is scheduled to go before the City Council on February 10 for final entitlement review.
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1301 Shoreline Project
The 1301 Shoreline Project proposes the demolition of the existing office building and construction of two new buildings totaling 542,000 square feet and a parking structure. The buildings will be 7 to 8 stories tall, with a maximum height of 128 feet. The buildings are proposed to be entitled for biotech and/or office uses. Outdoor amenities, including a sports court, seating areas, and exercise nodes, will be open to the public along the rear of the property, accessible from the Belmont Creek trail. The project went before the Planning Commission on January 20 and is scheduled to go before the City Council on February 24.
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815 Belmont Ave Development
This newly submitted housing project is a Senate Bill 330 and Density Bonus development located on the 0.41-acre former Van’s Restaurant site. The applicant proposes 25 condo units, consisting of 23 market-rate units and 2 very low-income units. The building will be 6 stories tall, with 5 stories of housing over a one-story ground-floor garage. The City conducted a completeness review of the Complex Project Application. The initial submittal was determined to be incomplete. The applicant is currently preparing a revised submittal, which is anticipated in February.
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Infrastructure Insider
SB 1383 Organic Waste Recycling Requirements Reminder
The City of Belmont would like to remind the community about SB 1383, which mandates the recycling of organic (compost) waste. Businesses must subscribe to the compost collection service. Failure to do so may result in a fine of up to $500, as authorized by the City of Belmont. For more information about SB 1383, visit RethinkWaste or the San Mateo County Office of Sustainability. Residents and businesses may view eligibility requirements and apply for a compost waiver through the RethinkWaste website.
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In Our Community
Counties Urge Residents to Sign up for Emergency Alerts
Ahead of major events like the Super Bowl, the County of San Mateo urges residents to stay alert, recognize signs of human trafficking, and use available resources, such as opting in to local alert systems, to keep informed about weather, transit disruptions, and event-related impacts. The County is partnering with San Francisco and Santa Clara counties to support public safety during the busy weekend. San Mateo County residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts by texting SUPERBOWL to 672-83 or visiting www.smcalert.info.
San Mateo County Event Center Master Plan Community Survey
The San Mateo County Event Center is conducting a Master Plan study to evaluate options for the modernization and expansion of its facilities. The goal of this effort is to maintain and grow the Event Center as the leading event center within the San Francisco Bay Area. The community is invited to complete a short survey to share your experience with the Event Center and share your thoughts on how it can best serve the community in the future. Your feedback will help shape long-term planning, future programming, and community priorities. The survey is available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA Spay or Neuter Services
Spaying and neutering are important for preventing accidental litters. By having your pet spayed or neutered, you will do your part to prevent the birth of unwanted animals. You will likely be setting your pet up for a healthier life by reducing the desire to wander outside. The benefits of spaying/neutering include reducing cats’ tendency to spray if done early enough, reducing dogs’ and cats’ tendency to fight and roam, and reducing undesirable behaviors in the home. For information about scheduling a low-cost spay/neuter surgery for dogs, cats, and rabbits, visit phs-spca.org/spayneuter.
Attend Rotary's Lobsterfest Fundraiser
It’s almost Lobsterfest time! The Lobsterfest Fundraiser is the Belmont Redwood Shores Rotary Club’s signature event and primary source of funding for programs that not only directly serve our community but also support projects and programs critical to communities in developing countries. Support the event as a Sponsor or buy tickets to attend on April 18 from 6–9:50 p.m. at 835 Industrial Rd, San Carlos. RSVP today.
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