This summer, Belvedere upgraded its automated license plate reader cameras to the Flock Safety System. Flock is widely adopted by Marin County law enforcement agencies and is becoming the industry standard throughout California. This new platform improves accuracy, has greater search capabilities, and integratesdirectly with surrounding agencies. This means our police can receive real-time alerts … Continued
Police Department Update To address the recent staffing challenge, City Manager Zadnik reported that he is contracting with the Marin County Sheriff’s Office to provide interim night shift coverage for up to six months. Belvedere’s Police Department is also actively recruiting for Reserve Police Officer positions. Reserve officers would be available to replace officers out … Continued
Emergency preparedness for the community is an important goal of the City Council. Last month you were asked to register for AlertMarin to receive emergency notifications. This month you are encouraged to Make a Plan with your family in case you are not together when disaster strikes. Agree on a place to meet if you … Continued
The Library is hosting TWO community events to celebrate their 30th anniversary, and you’re invited. Friday, September 5 from 5-7 pm Enjoy appetizers, wine, music, and photos celebrating the beginning at this adults only event. Sunday, September 7 from 12-3 pm This family-friendly party featuring kids’ entertainment, crafts, face painting, a jumpy house, food trucks, … Continued
The mated pair of resident coyotes had a litter of 3-4 pups last spring. These pups are now old enough to venture out and explore. It is expected that the pups will leave Belvedere to find their own territory, as they did last year. In the meantime, hazing is key – the goal of which … Continued
As back-to-school season begins, school buses are back on the roads. This means drivers need to stay alert, informed and remember that the sole purpose of a school bus is to transport precious cargo- children. Below is a refresher of the California school bus rules to keep in mind: All traffic must stop when a … Continued
Last fall, the City Council created the Be Ready Belvedere working group to address its vital goal of safety and emergency preparedness. Be Ready Belvedere, under the leadership of Councilmember Pat Carapiet, is currently working to finalize evacuation locations, obtain water and food to store at the designated spots, and update our local emergency medical … Continued
Did you know e-bike riders between 10 and 15 years old are five times more likely to be seriously injured than older riders? That’s why Marin County jurisdictions passed a new E-Bike Law that makes Class 2 throttle e-bikes off-limits to those under 16, and requires riders of all ages to wear helmets. This law … Continued
At the June 9 City Council meeting, council members learned that the Mallard Pointe developers had signed a cost recovery agreement with the City of Belvedere — allowing the planning staff to begin reviewing the various permit applications the developer has submitted. The first step in this review process involves identifying any incomplete or missing … Continued
Over the past two years, the Belvedere Police Department has faced several staffing setbacks, which have challenged its existing staffing and coverage model. Although Belvedere has six active officers in the budget — Chief Jason Wu plus five duty officers — due to a long-term disability leave, there are only four duty officers currently available. … Continued
