News post

This news post summarizes the key topics discussed and decisions made during the Belmont FWSD 1 Board of Directors meeting on October 19, 2026.

Please Note: This summary is provided for the convenience of residents and interested parties to highlight actions taken and matters discussed. This is not the official record of the meeting. The official minutes are prepared and approved by the Board at a subsequent meeting and will be posted on the District's website once adopted.

Financials & Bookkeeping

District Financials: The financial report showed $3.7 million in reserve funds, with property tax collections at 99.86% and franchise fees received. The Board voted to accept the report as presented.

Arbitrage Rebate: The BLX arbitrage rebate analysis confirmed no money is owed and no IRS return is required.

Engineering & Projects

Landscaping Map: Engineering will locate the historical landscaping map and provide a map to the Board showing the percentage of HOA versus District land currently landscaped and irrigated.

Harvest Phase 17: The Board authorized the assignment of reimbursement rights agreement with Hillwood for Harvest Phase 17, with legal to negotiate and execute it.

Williams Brothers Service Agreement: The Williams Brothers service agreement was approved for sign maintenance, subject to receipt of a signed Acknowledgement and Release of Liability from the contractor related to the District's waiver of workers' compensation liability insurance requirements. It covers solar stop signs and school zone signs.

Community Striping: An $18,000 quote for community-wide striping and crosswalk work was reviewed. Action was postponed while additional quotes are gathered and pricing is verified

Communications

Website Activity: The September communications report showed approximately 1,900 website views and 1,130 unique visitors.

Traffic & Parking: Traffic congestion, parked cars, and possible stop sign needs near the school were discussed. No new changes were adopted after reviewing prior traffic engineer recommendations and liability considerations.

Inspection Process: The Board reviewed SafeBuilt's permitting and inspection process.

The next Board meeting for Belmont FWSD 1 will be held on Monday, November 9 at 7 p.m.