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National, State & Local Guidance & Information

State of Massachusetts
Reopening Plan
All Phase 2 Information
Gov. Baker has issued Phase 2: Reopening until further notice 
“Everyone must follow public health directives and use common sense to protect yourself, your family, your neighbors, and vulnerable populations.” ​
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Town of Belmont
COVID-19 Updates
Latest Update:  June 5, 2020


Services Open
  • Grocery stores and those defined with groceries (liquor and convenience stores)
  • ​Pharmacies
  • Some human and animal medical practices and service providers
  • ​Restaurants offering take-out, delivery and/or curbside pickup; outdoor dining where available
  • Gas stations, auto-mechanics
  • Parks, fields and tracks
  • Tennis and Pickleball courts; singles only unless from same household
  • ​Other necessary service providers as deemed by the State of Massachusetts
What's Closed Around Town
  • Public and private school buildings are closed; online learning through end of school year
  • All playground equipment and basketball courts
  • Belmont Hill School fields
  • Mass Audubon trails, including Habitat in Belmont
  • Town Hall offices, the Public Library and Beech Street Center; contact respective Town departments by phone and/or email
  • Pet off-leash program
  • Public meetings and hearings will be limited to those that are considered necessary for the purposes of maintaining essential Town of Belmont government functions and that are mandated under federal, state, or local law/regulation. Check the Town’s website for board and committee updates.
​​Town of Belmont Services
If you are experiencing a medical emergency dial 911.

Belmont COVID-19 Info Call Center - (617) 993-2222
Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm 
Or email: belmonteoc@belmont-ma.gov

Belmont Fire Department (closed to visitors)
Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency: (617) 993-2200

Belmont Police Department (closed to visitors)
Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency: (617) 484-1212
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If you need to visit the police station, first call 617-484-1212. 

Board of Health 
Sign up for emergency updates on the red box on Belmont’s town page.

Belmont's Vulnerability Preparedness Plan 
About - 
a planning process to mitigate natural hazards and adapt to the projected effects of climate change.

Belmont Public Schools
Latest Belmont Public School News 
Mass Department of Education Info
  • If there is a lack of internet or devices please let your school principal know
  • BPS Food Service has valuable food need links and is serving meal plan students on Wednesdays
  • Superintendent's latest updates regarding COVID-19 
  • Superintendent’s Newsletter has important school and community information
​State of Massachusetts Information

Key Highlights And State Updates
  • Starting March 27th all travelers arriving in Massachusetts being instructed to self-quarantine for 14 days
  • Safer at home; physical distancing of 6’ and wearing masks are stressed
  • Bars and restaurants can offer take-out and delivery; some will offer outdoor dining upon state certification
  • Schools remain closed through end of school year, June 17
  • Daycares are allowed to open under very strict regulations
  • Emergency worker daycare options
State Alerts
  • Massachusetts COVID-19 Text Updates:  text COVIDMA to 888-777 to opt in
  • Get Massachusetts Alerts:  https://www.mass.gov/info-details/covid-19-updates-and-information
  • City of Boston daily text service:  text BOSCOVID to phone #99411 to opt in
  • 211 - State COVID-19 Hotline operating 24/7 and with translators available in multiple languages
    211 Chat option
  • Sign up for Belmont Health Emergency Updates
Fact Sheets
  • Printable Fact Sheets from Mass Gov
  • Prevention and Treatment from Mass Gov
  • COVID-19 Resource Page

Massachusetts Moratorium on Evictions & Foreclosures
This state emergency declaration includes updates on rents and mortgage payments for those whose income has been affected by the COVID outbreak; it stops evictions and foreclosures; includes a thorough application process and ramifications for fraud.


Immigration Updates on ICE Activity

​MBTA Transportation Updates
The MBTA will continue to disinfect surfaces and vehicles in line with its new cleaning protocol, but the Administration encourages older adults and those with underlying health issues to avoid large crowds.  Passengers should board all buses and trolleys from rear doors to keep distance between drivers and passengers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
More Belmont Town Resources
Belmont Housing Authority - http://www.belmontha.org/

Belmont Library - https://belmontpubliclibrary.net
Belmont library closed, waiving all fees & due dates.   They have a slew of free e-resources!

Belmont Food Pantry 
Belmont residents who are coming to receive food please remember to bring your ID and have it ready before you get to the check in.  First time using the Belmont Food Pantry?  Be patient as there can only be a few volunteers,so it may take longer to move everyone through. Donate to the Food Pantry now or mail check to:  Belmont Food Pantry, PO Box 291, Belmont MA 02478

State Unemployment Assistance
You may be eligible for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Dave Rogers office can assist filling out forms (617) 722-2637


Department of Public Works
Call 1-800-972-4545 to schedule bulky item pickup

Senior Center (website)
The Beech Street Center is open for essential services over the phone, which includes:  
Transportation: 617-993-2989 
Social Services: Janet Amdur 617-993-2983  
For Senior Service needs email Mpoore@belmont-ma.gov

Voting And Town Meeting
Belmont Local Election is now June 23 - read details on absentee ballots and early voting info

Annual Town Meeting
The first segment of Belmont Town Meeting was originally scheduled for May 3, 6, 11, and 13 with a second segment on May 27, June 1, 3 and 8.  The first segment has been cancelled.  The first scheduled date for Annual Town Meeting is June 16 with the League of Women Voters briefing June 10.  
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