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Belmont City Council
Belmont City • 2026-03-03 • TBD
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What's Scheduled
City Council - Special Meeting Strategic Planning Workshop's 2026-03-03 agenda is scheduled to cover Develop a residential Traffic Calming Policy, update Speed Cushion Policy, and update the Sidewalk Installation..., Develop a Transportation Master Plan that addresses how significant new development, mobility, traffic congestion,..., COUNCIL MEETINGS Regular Meetings – The City Council’s regular meeting schedule is set forth in Belmont City Code..., and RULES OF DISCUSSION A. This is an agenda-derived preview, so it describes scheduled topics and proposed actions rather than confirmed outcomes.
Key Topics
- Develop a residential Traffic Calming Policy, update Speed Cushion Policy, and update the Sidewalk Installation...: the agenda included this context: Section: ADJOURNMENT.
- Develop a Transportation Master Plan that addresses how significant new development, mobility, traffic congestion,...: the agenda included this context: Section: ADJOURNMENT.
- COUNCIL MEETINGS Regular Meetings – The City Council’s regular meeting schedule is set forth in Belmont City Code...: the agenda included this context: Section: ADJOURNMENT Regular meetings are currently held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Regular meetings commence at 6 p.m., however if there are...
- RULES OF DISCUSSION A: the agenda included this context: Section: ADJOURNMENT General Procedure - The Council follows Rosenberg’s Rules of Order. Consistent with any applicable city ordinance, statute or other legal requirement, any issue of procedure relating to conduct of a meeting or...
- Staff recommends that the City Council consider canceling one or more of the following meeting dates: • July 28 •...: the agenda included this context: Section: ADJOURNMENT and 4th Tuesdays of each month in 2026.
- There are no U.S. federal or California state holidays on these Tuesdays in 2026.
- October 13, 2026...
Why It Matters
- Develop a residential Traffic Calming Policy, update Speed Cushion Policy, and update the Sidewalk Installation... may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions.
- Develop a Transportation Master Plan that addresses how significant new development, mobility, traffic congestion,... may set direction for future policy, implementation, or budget decisions.
- COUNCIL MEETINGS Regular Meetings – The City Council’s regular meeting schedule is set forth in Belmont City Code... may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items.
- RULES OF DISCUSSION A may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items.
- Staff recommends that the City Council consider canceling one or more of the following meeting dates: • July 28 •... may affect residents because it is one of the meeting's substantive scheduled items.
What Residents Should Watch
- Watch how council frames next steps for Develop a residential Traffic Calming Policy, update Speed Cushion Policy, and update the Sidewalk Installation....
- Watch how council frames next steps for Develop a Transportation Master Plan that addresses how significant new development, mobility, traffic congestion,....
- Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects COUNCIL MEETINGS Regular Meetings – The City Council’s regular meeting schedule is set forth in Belmont City Code....
- Watch public-comment and hearing testimony on RULES OF DISCUSSION A.
- Watch whether council approves, amends, continues, or rejects Staff recommends that the City Council consider canceling one or more of the following meeting dates: • July 28 •....
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- Review the official agenda packet and source materials for exact item language, attachments, public-comment instructions, and final staff recommendations.
- After the meeting, check official minutes or vote records before treating any proposed action as approved.
Agenda
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Streamed live via the City's website at www.Belmont.gov
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2021
Hiller Pump Station upgrades were completed in October 2025, pending delivery of the portable generator that is expected to arrive in March
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ADJOURNMENT
2022
Implementation occurring with development project review.
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ADJOURNMENT: Continue progress with the City's comprehensive public information and engagement strategy 7/1/2020 Ongoing Completed 2/9/2026 CMO/OCS Provide timely, accurate information that is easy to access and understand, and facilitate public participation...
2023
Complete Design Ralston Corridor Plan Phase 4 9/29/2025 12/1/2028 On Target 2/4/2026 Public Works The Ralston Corridor Segment 4 project (from Alameda de las Pulgas to State Route 92) continues to advance through planning and coordination.
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ADJOURNMENT: In 2026, the City will begin a feasibility study, with community outreach starting in summer 2026 to support future project decisions. Implement Alameda de las Pulgas Corridor Plan 7/1/2020 6/30/2029 On Target 2/4/2026 Public Works The ADLP projec...
2024
An update to the Sidewalk Installation Policy is no longer needed.
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ADJOURNMENT: Continue maintaining and repairing the City’s 140 lane miles of roads through the rolling 5-year community-wide street pavement maintenance program through the judicious use of funds while seeking additional funding opportunities. 7/1/2020 Ongoing...
2025
The Code of Ethics and Conduct for Elected and Appointed Officials was amended by the Council most recently in March 2024, which included augmenting the description of the role of and appointment process for advisory bodies and nature of
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ADJOURNMENT: appointments among other modifications. No revisions are being proposed by staff for Council consideration, unless otherwise directed by the City Council. Legislative Requirements Effective January 2026 and July 1, 2026 Staff will return to the Ci...
2026
The forthcoming report will detail the City’s proposed implementation plan, including requirements for two-way telephonic or audiovisual remote public access, translation and multilingual agenda accessibility, and adoption of a Council
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ADJOURNMENT: procedure addressing disruption of telephonic or internet services during meetings. The report will also evaluate operational, technological, staffing, and fiscal impacts to the legislative body and provide recommendations to ensure compliance whi...
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ZOOM https://belmont-gov.zoom.us/ Meeting ID: 95745673035
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Attend the meeting in the Council Chambers, Belmont City Hall 2nd floor PUBLIC COMMENT: Public in the Council Chamber present the Clerk a request to speak slip found at the table at the rear of the chamber.
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Develop a Transportation Master Plan that addresses how significant new development, mobility, traffic congestion, and infrastructure can be managed for all modes of transportation
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Develop a residential Traffic Calming Policy, update Speed Cushion Policy, and update the Sidewalk Installation Policy Advance pavement and street improvements
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Staff recommends that the City Council consider canceling one or more of the following meeting dates: • July 28 • August 11 • August 25 • December 22 Standing Council Meeting Schedule (2026) • Standing meetings will be scheduled on the 2nd
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ADJOURNMENT: and 4th Tuesdays of each month in 2026. • There are no U.S. federal or California state holidays on these Tuesdays in 2026. • October 13, 2026 (2nd Tuesday) coincides with Sukkot (Jewish holiday); participants observing may be unavailable. • Decem...
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The chair may eject a person from a meeting only if the person willfully disrupts the meeting and only as necessary to restore order.
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Speakers are requested to be succinct and not repeat themselves.
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ADJOURNMENT: When recognized to speak on an agenda item, focus your remarks to that item. 95
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Audience members may attend, observe and record meetings in a matter that respects the rights of others and the orderly conduct of the body’s business.
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A warning must be given before ejecting a person unless the person is engaging in behavior that constitutes use of force or a true threat of force.
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Audience members may not engage in behavior that disrupts a meeting. “Disrupting a meeting” means behavior that substantially impairs the ability of the body to orderly and efficiently conduct the meeting, or substantially interferes with
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ADJOURNMENT: the rights of other audience members. Disruptive behavior includes the following. This list is not all inclusive: • Shouting from the audience. • Interrupting or speaking over a person at the podium who has been recognized to speak by the chair. •...
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A speaker’s comments must be relevant to the agenda item on which they have requested to speak. • Speakers whose comments are not relevant to the agenda item may be interrupted by the chair and asked to limit their comments to that agenda
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ADJOURNMENT: item. • If a speaker continues to address topics not relevant to the agenda item, the chair rule may rule the speaker out of order and not allow the speaker to offer further comment on that agenda item.
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Dashboard of Key Strategic Objectives and Supporting Initiatives Deliverables
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Council Calendar (Summer Break, December Holiday and City Events) E.
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ADJOURNMENT: City Council Protocols F. Code of Ethics and Conduct Fiscal Impact ☒ No Fiscal Impact This is a strategic planning session. Any new initiatives that are added will need to be reviewed for budgetary impact and will be included in the fiscal year 20...
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An ejection may be for part or all of the meeting and should be for only as long as necessary to restore order.
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If order cannot be stored by ejecting disruptive individuals, the Chair may order the room cleared with the exception of news media who have not participated in the disturbance.
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ADJOURNMENT: Other persons who did not participate in the disturbance may be allowed to re-enter the room. 97
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PURPOSE These protocols are designed to assist the City Council and staff by memorializing existing policies, procedures and the general ways of conducting business.
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ADJOURNMENT: Their purpose is also to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Council and staff. Administration of city business is greatly enhanced by the agreement of the City Council and staff to follow these practices. The protocols are not intended to...
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COUNCIL MEETINGS Regular Meetings – The City Council’s regular meeting schedule is set forth in Belmont City Code (BCC) Section 2-1.
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ADJOURNMENT: Regular meetings are currently held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Regular meetings commence at 6 p.m., however if there are no study sessions, special presentations, closed sessions, or other need to begin before 7 p.m., the agen...
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ORDER OF BUSINESS A.
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ADJOURNMENT: General Order - Business at regular meetings will generally be conducted in accordance with the order of business as outlined on the current agenda template as amended by the city manager from time to time. B. Action Agenda Items - In accordance w...
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RULES OF DISCUSSION A.
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ADJOURNMENT: General Procedure - The Council follows Rosenberg’s Rules of Order. Consistent with any applicable city ordinance, statute or other legal requirement, any issue of procedure relating to conduct of a meeting or hearing not otherwise provided for he...
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CITY ADVISORY BODY APPOINTMENTS Appointment and re-appointment to a city advisory body should be based on such criteria as expertise, ability to work well with staff and the public, commitment to fulfilling official duties, effectiveness
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ADJOURNMENT: as a representative of the City Council and city government, and commitment, fidelity and adherence to city values, policies, priorities and expectations as expressed by the City 101
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Secretary – The city clerk serves as the secretary the Council.
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ADJOURNMENT: As secretary, the clerk posts agendas, and notices for meetings, attends meetings and assists the chair with the operation of the meeting, and maintains and secures the records of Council meetings.
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Brown Act.
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ADJOURNMENT: (Government Code Section 54950, et. seq.)
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ADDRESSING THE BODY A.
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ADJOURNMENT: Public Comments.
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VICE MAYOR A.
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ADJOURNMENT: Selection –
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COUNCIL MEMBER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT A.
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ADJOURNMENT: Incoming Correspondence.
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL ASSIGNMENTS A.
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ADJOURNMENT: The Council will review intergovernmental assignments at least annually. B. The mayor may make temporary intergovernmental assignments with the consent of the person assigned whenever there is a vacancy in both the primary and any alternate seat.
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