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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Belmont public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Street repaving and bike lane spending
A Carlmont High senior led a student bike audit and asked the city to improve dangerous cycling conditions on Ralston, Alameda, Old County, and El Camino; speakers also urged considering bus lanes on El Camino.
City Manager and City Attorney Compensation
The council approved 4% cost-of-living raises for its two appointed officials after the annual performance evaluation, keeping Belmont competitive with the regional market.
Retirement of Community Development Director Carlos de Mello
The city's long-serving community development director retires September 12 after 26 and a half years. He was honored with an ice cream social, a council proclamation, and an adjournment in his honor.
Exempt Surplus Land Declaration for 1000 O'Neill Avenue
Before selling the city-owned Emmett House property, the council corrected errors in the 2025 surplus-land declaration — square footage and parcel map — keeping the property on track for disposition.