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Town Clerk: Question 2 Recount May 2

April 16, 2024
Belmont Town Clerk Ellen O’Brien Cushman and her staff will recount the votes on Question 2 on Thursday, May 2. The recount will take place in the Town Hall auditorium and is expected to take all day. Question 2, whether the Board…

Matt Kraft – Candidate for School Committee

March 3, 2024
This is a pivotal moment for Belmont schools as we move forward under new district leadership. We need a School Committee that will take a proactive role in developing and delivering an ambitious vision for our schools. I am running for School…

Meghan Moriarty – Candidate for School Committee

March 3, 2024
I am running for re-election because I want every student to want to be a student in Belmont Public Schools. As a parent, I entrust the schools with my children’s safety, academic growth, and well-being every day. As an education professional, I…

‘Yes’ Campaign Warns of Drastic Cuts if Override Fails

March 1, 2024
A group of town residents have organized a “Yes” campaign to encourage voters to approve the proposed $8.4 million override on April 2. The campaign, Invest in Belmont, has sent a town-wide mailing warning of steep cuts that could affect every municipal…

‘No’ Campaign Calls For Better Fiscal Management

March 1, 2024
Opponents of the $8.4 million override argue plenty of money is flowing into Belmont’s coffers, and with careful financial management, an override is unnecessary. “It’s a huge tax burden on people, and it’s just unsustainable to keep asking seniors to keep paying…

Belmont April 2024 Election Coverage Summary

February 3, 2024
One reason we launched The Belmont Voice was to fill the void in local election news. The April ballot has been finalized, and The Voice is prepared to provide comprehensive coverage. The Voice will focus on the town-wide races: Select Board, School…