Julia Mates

MayorReorganization with oath of office for newly elected members scheduled as item 11.B of the 2024-12-10 City Council agenda (Mayor-at-Large and Districts 2 and 4 elected Nov 5, 2024; minutes not on Granicus). Current-term start (mayor since the Nov 2022 election). month-level end: November 2026 per LAFCO roster (smcgov.org/lafco/belmont-city): Mayor, term ending November 2026

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Term ending Nov 1, 2026.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 15
Total speaking time: 4:57:14
Avg per meeting: 19:49
Segments: 4594

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Top issues during term (2)(Water Utilities)

high↓Sep 2026[5]

Solid Waste Rate Increase for 2027

Total contractor compensation rises from $10.08 million to $10.70 million; most residential customers pay $2.53-$3.02 more per month.

medium↓Jun 2026[2]

Regional Water Supply Outlook

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