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Calling Belmont business leaders & stakeholders! The City is recruiting volunteers to serve on an Economic Development Task Force (EDTF). The Task Force will be holding a series of roundtable discussions to explore ways in which the City can better serve and support our local economy. The Task Force will develop recommendations for City Council consideration on business recovery efforts, as well as business attraction and retention. This short-term commitment (six meetings) will play an important role in how the City implements its economic development strategy. The Task Force will meet five Mondays from October to December 2021, and present recommendations to City Council in January 2022. To join the EDTF, please complete the Task Force Interest Form by 5 pm Tuesday, September 28th. More information public meeting dates and participation link available online: Economic Recovery Task Force | City of Belmont |
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Public Safety |
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San Mateo County Consolidated will host an Open House on October 2nd to kick-off to Fire Prevention Week. [details] |
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Infrastructure and Mobility |
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There is no doubt that school-related traffic is back in full swing all over the Bay Area and we are feeling the pinch most on Alameda de las Pulgas and on Ralston Avenue between South Road and Alameda during school drop off and pick up hours. The work hours for the Ralston 3 Project are from 9am to 3pm per Belmont’s City Code. It will take through November to install the new sidewalks, bike lanes and roadway improvements in the corridor. Even with limited work hours, the increased traffic volumes are causing longer than average delays on the corridor in the peak hours. On the bright side, the project continues to move forward and the new sidewalk on the north side of the street is nearly complete. Realignment of the curb face and new sidewalks in front of the Barrett Community Center will allow for new bike lanes to be installed. The demolition and reconstruction of the sidewalks on the south side of Ralston are set begin next week. Please continue to drive cautiously in the corridor. Much of the infrastructure upgrades and new concrete sidewalks will last decades, so the City thanks all residents for their continued patience for a couple more months during this difficult construction project. For more information about the project, please visit the project website. You may also email pworks@belmont.gov or call 650.595.7525 with any questions. |
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This week our Street Division removed and replaced 32.5 tons of failed asphalt on Vannier Dr. The asphalt had been destroyed by massive amounts of tree root. See results below. |
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The Traffic and Electrical Operations team placed the City’s traffic signal controllers into coordination in conjunction with the beginning of the school year. Coordination means aligning timers to coincide with peak volumes. These signals are located on Ralston Avenue from Sixth Avenue to Hallmark Drive. Coordinated signal timing synchronizes traffic movements and manages the progression speed of vehicles where uninterrupted flow is desired along a corridor. The schedule is based around commute hours, and school start and end times. Eastbound and westbound movement along Ralston Avenue is prioritized during the coordinated schedule. The signals have not been in coordination since the beginning of COVID and the move to remote learning and work. When the shelter-in-place order began last March of 2020, all traffic signals were changed from timers to “actuation,” and simply served whichever vehicle arrived at the intersection first. This works best when volumes are low and there is no rush hour. Now that school has returned to in person learning, the decision was made to return to the coordinated signal timing schedule during the school year. |
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Quality of Life |
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The City of Belmont joins in paying tribute to the generations of Hispanic and Latino Americans who have enriched our nation and society. On September 14, the City Council passed a proclamation intended to recognize the achievements of Hispanic Americans in Belmont and the County. This proclamation also declared Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 Hispanic Heritage Month. This proclamation, encourages people in the community to recognize the achievements of Hispanic Americans living in Belmont and our greater community. Follow this link for the Mayor's presentation of the proclamation. The beginning of the celebration was chosen as it is the Independence Day for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. In addition, Mexico and Chile, celebrate their independence just days later, Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, respectively. Originally started as a heritage celebration week in 1968, the observation was expanded to a full month in 1988. For additional information on each country’s celebrations: http://tu.edu/hispanicheritagemonth/ |
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California Coastal Cleanup The Belmont Creeks to Bay part of the California Coastal Cleanup took place on Saturday, September 18th at Twin Pines Park and other locations throughout Belmont. 67 volunteers signed up and participated in the cleanup. A few notable participants: Mayor Charles Stone, Parks and Recreation group V.O.I.C.E.S., Carlmont High School Key Club, and a local Girl Scout group, as well as retired Belmont employees. The number one collected item was once again, cigarette butts. Some unusual items found included a leather jacket, electric scooter, hammer, phone booth receiver/cord, and a large office chair pulled out of Belmont Creek. The total weight of collected trash came to 280 pounds. Belmont Public Works would like to thank all of the enthusiastic volunteers for a job well done. This event takes place once a year on the 3rd Saturday of September, if you missed it this year, be sure to mark your calendar for 2022. |
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Friday, November 19, 5-7pm |
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Spooky Scavenger Hunt Find the clues and solve the mystery in the second annual scavenger hunt! The hunt will be open to all ages from October 22nd-29th. More info to come! Costume & Carving Contests Show off your Halloween costume or pumpkin carving/baking skills virtually and win a prize! Check out 7 contest categories for all ages and submit yours by October 27th. Halloween Contest | City of Belmont Home Decorating Contest Out-BOO your neighbors by entering Belmont’s second annual home decorating contest! Judging categories: Scare-Tastic Display and Too Cute to Spook. Register by October 29th to participate. Activity Registrations & Rentals (activecommunities.com) Spooky Stories Night Join us virtually on October 27th for thrilling stories narrated by Parks & Recreation Director Brigitte and Recreation Coordinator Danielle. Recommended for ages 3-9. Costumes encouraged! Meeting Registration - Zoom Senior Spooktacular Drive Thru Calling ages 60+! Throw on your costume or silly hat and drop by Twin Pines Park on October 28th from 4-5 PM to pick up your goodie bag safely from your car. RSVP required at (650) 595-7444. |
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Community Partners |
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The CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program covers 100 percent of unpaid rent and utilities as well as future rent payments for income-eligible renters and their landlords who have been impacted by the pandemic. Interested landlords and renters can check eligibility and apply at HousingIsKey.com or by calling 833-430-2122. Those most at-risk of eviction are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. California’s critical eviction protections will end on Sept. 30, 2021. For assistance in another language, or to get help with eligibility requirements or filling out an application, schedule an appointment with a local organization by calling 833-687-0967. [read more] |
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Today is the Global Day of Climate Action. For 9-11th graders in San Mateo County, we are proud to announce a great way for youth to get involved locally in climate action. |
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