City of Belmont CA

Belmont, CA (population 26,000) is situated half-way between San Francisco and San Jose, in San Mateo County. Mission Belmont prides itself on being unique - Its small-town ambience sets it apart as a tranquil, safe and desirable place to live - We get involved in town matters because we care about living here - We connect with each other in all kinds of gathering places - Our strong sense of community and enjoyment of the town's assets and activities deepen as we become better informed and connected Description Belmont, CA (population 26,000) is situated half-way between San Francisco and San Jose, in San Mateo County. Known for its wooded hills, views of the San Francisco Bay and stretches of open space, Belmont is a quiet residential community in the midst of the culturally and technologically rich Bay Area. Prior to the Spanish colonization of the San Francisco peninsula, a native american tribe called the Salson's lived here in Belmont. In 1814-15 Governor of Alta California awarded Don Jose Dario Arguello, commander of the presidios at San Francisco and Monterey, 35,000 acre grant that included Belmont. After the War with Mexico, (1846-48) the Arguello land grant was reviewed by the new government and with the help of attorney Simon Mezes, the land grant was proved to be legal and Mr. Mezes received 15% of the landholdings, which included Belmont as payment for his services.