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Belmont Fire Chief Todd Davis Announces Retirement After Distinguished Career in Public Service

Posted on December 20, 2024

Belmont Fire Chief Todd Davis Announces Retirement After Distinguished Career in Public Service After a distinguished career in public service, Belmont Fire Chief Todd Davis has announced his plans to retire from the City of Belmont effective February 1, 2025. This marks Chief Davis’s second retirement, following his 30 years of dedicated service with the...

2024 Transportation Bond Information

Posted on October 16, 2024

The Transportation Bond will be included on the ballot for citizens this year. To learn more about the projects the bond may fund, check out the information on our webpage below. Click Here  

Boil Water Advisory Lifted

Posted on October 1, 2024

Boil Water Advisory Lifted The precautionary boil water advisory has been lifted. The bacteria samples taken in areas of discolored water yesterday are clear, and the precautionary boil water advisory has now been lifted. It is no longer necessary to boil your drinking water.The exact cause of the discoloration is still being investigated, and flushing...

Boil Water Advisory

Posted on September 30, 2024

Boil Water Advisory September 30, 2024 - 1:00 PM Belmont Public Works Department has been made aware of discolored water throughout different areas of Belmont. We are actively trying to determine the cause within the distribution system. Crews are flushing hydrants in an attempt to mediate the issue, and samples have been collected for analysis...

Small Business Booster Program – Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce

Posted on September 24, 2024

The Montcross Area Chamber of Commerce has created a new Small Business Booster Program through a $50,000 Duke Energy Foundation Grant awarded to the Montcross Area Chamber's Tomorrow Foundation. Applications are being accepted through October 11, 2024. Businesses may be eligible for a grant of $1,000 - $5,000 if the following apply: Is your small...

Introducing CityConnect – New Mass Communication System

Posted on June 26, 2024

Big announcement! Introducing CityConnect, our new mass communication system! The goal of this new system is to deliver timely, relevant updates to residents, local businesses, visitors, and employees alike. Stay informed with community news and updates directly from us! Sign up today to start receiving alerts and messages such as water utility information, road closures,...

Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update

Posted on June 14, 2024

BELMONT LAUNCHES COMMUNITY-DRIVEN UPDATE OF COMPREHENSIVE LAND USE PLAN: RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO GET INVOLVED  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 14, 2024  CONTACT: Belmont Planning and Zoning Department PHONE: 704-901-2610 EMAIL: planning@cityofbelmont.org BELMONT, NC - The City of Belmont has launched a Comprehensive Land Use Plan update, a pivotal initiative aimed at shaping the future of our...

2023 Water Quality Report

Posted on April 19, 2024

Annual Water Quality Report Now Available The City of Belmont's 2023 Annual Water Quality Report is now available to the Public. We release this report each year to meet state requirements and to also keep our residents and customers informed about their drinking water. To view the report, please click the link below. VIEW 2023...

Lynddahl Telecom America Inc. selects Belmont for its North American Hub

Posted on January 10, 2024

The Gaston County Economic Development Commission is excited to announce Lynddahl Telecom America Inc. (LTA), a Danish Telecommunications Company, Selects Gaston County for its North American Hub. Lynddahl Telecom America Inc. (LTA), a duct solutions company for fiber optics installations, will create 54 new jobs in Gaston County, Governor Cooper announced today. The company will...

Belmont City Council Appoints Kathryn Lewis to Fill Vacant Council Seat

Posted on December 22, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jamie Campbell PHONE: (704) 941-8981 EMAIL: jcampbell@cityofbelmont.org Belmont, North Carolina – The Belmont City Council conducted interviews of the four nominees vying for the vacant council seat on Monday, December 18, 2023. The nominees were former Councilwoman Martha Stowe, 2023 City Council candidate Peg Argent, Main Street/Downtown Belmont Development Association board...

Stage 1 Drought Declared: Help Us Make Every Water Drop Count!

Posted on November 8, 2023

The City of Belmont, in collaboration with local authorities and water management agencies, have officially declared Stage1 drought conditions within our community. This measure is a proactive response to the current water supply conditions in the Catawba River basin in our area and serves as a call to action for residents and businesses to conserve...

City of Belmont Puts Out A Request for Consultants to Help Update Its Comprehensive Land Use Plan

Posted on October 12, 2023

The City of Belmont is starting the process of updating its Comprehensive Lane Use Plan. The current plan was adopted in 2007 and updated in 2018.  The City plans to build upon the existing plan, with a special focus on alternative housing forms, as part of the proposed update process.  The Plan update will assist...

2022 Water Quality Report

Posted on May 26, 2023

Annual Water Quality Report Now Available The City of Belmont's 2022 Annual Water Quality Report is now available to the Public. We release this report each year to meet state requirements and to also keep our residents and customers informed about their drinking water. To view the report, please click the link below. VIEW 2022...