August 2017 Update

Dear Member:

August Weather

Continuing in August where we left off in July, temperatures were two degrees warmer than the average high and five degrees warmer than the average low. According to weather historian, Chris Burt, at least 15 cities in the Western U.S. had their hottest summer on record in 2017 including Fresno where the average mean temperature was 85.3 beating the previous record of 83.5 set in 1981. 
Air quality throughout the month of August was also unhealthy caused by fires throughout central California.  Lets hope for a cooler fall.

Watering Rules

Please water only three days per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Keep your sprinkler controller seasonal setting to 100% for next month until the weather begins to cool and then reduce to 90%.

Water Conservation

Water usage for the month was down from July to 88,000 gallons per household. It was 10% worse than the target but 5% better than last year. Year to date, we are now 1% worse than the target but 4% better than last year.  Click here for a larger view.

The well was depth was checked in August and the water depth only dropped 2 feet from February to 75 feet.  Last August the depth was measured at 78 feet.   Click here for a larger view.

Belmont Country Club Take-out Dinners

Belmont Country Club has added Chicken Enchiladas in August as an option for the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night take-out dinners.  
You are invited to try out the restaurant and bar.  Prices are very competitive and the fare is excellent.  Hours are 10:00AM to 2:00PM Tuesday through Thursday, 7:30AM to 4:00PM Friday, and 6:30 to 4:00PM Saturday and Sunday.  We look forward to seeing you there.

Proposed Changes to Peak Electricity Periods Affecting Belmont Water Corporation Members

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), along with the other major California utilities, is proposing changes to the time-of-use (TOU) electricity pricing which makes electricity more expensive during anticipated periods of high demand when the electric grid is stressed and electricity is more expensive.

Currently, the highest-cost summer peak periods from May to October have been from noon to 6 p.m. on weekdays with lower rates during weekends and holidays. With the onset of large solar facilities generating considerable amounts of electricity during the afternoon, utilities have proposed shifting TOU periods.
Under PG&E’s proposal, the peak use period would be pushed back to begin at 5 p.m. and run until 10 p.m. each day, both summer and winter. "Partial peak" rates would be charged between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. and again between 10 p.m. and midnight during the summer. All remaining hours would be considered off-peak. The utility's summer rates would be charged from June through September.

The utilities are finalizing rate options and outreach plans before switching customers to TOU rates beginning in 2019. The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and PG&E scheduled two public participation hearings on the proposal in mid-August. We will keep you posted on changes resulting from this proposal.

July 2017 Update

Dear Member:

July Weather

Some like it hot...

July was four degrees warmer than average for both the low and high temperatures. Again, the night time temperatures did not cool to give some relief in the morning from the blazing afternoon heat. May, June and July averaged three degrees warmer than normal lows.   

Watering Rules

Please water only three days per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Turn your sprinkler controller seasonal setting to 100% for the next two months.

Water Conservation

Water usage for the month was nearly 95,000 gallons per household. It was 16% worse than the target and 4% worse than last year. Year to date, we are 2% better than the target and 4% better than last year.  Click here for a larger view.

Belmont Country Club Take-out Dinners

Belmont Country Club has added Chicken Enchiladas as an option for the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night take-out dinners.  

Caspian Grill

It's not often we have a new eatery opening on this side of town and I'm excited when it's not a chain store. The Caspian Grill recently opened in the shopping center at Fowler and Kings Canyon, next door to Sunnyside Bicycles, 6061 E Kings Canyon Rd, Fresno, CA 93727.  The phone number is 559.369.6615.  The food is very good and portions are large.  They now have beer and wine on site. 

June 2017 Update

Dear Member:

Happy Independence Day

June Weather

June was warmer than normal, two degrees higher than the average high, but five degrees higher than the average low.  Because it didn't cool at night made the nine day run of 100 plus seem even hotter.  The warm weather increased the snow melt in the Sierra's.  Large releases from Pine Flat Dam into the Kings River caused a levee to break just north of Kingsburg.  Our neighbor golf course to the south, Kings River Country Club, was flooded and some homes were damaged. 

Neighbors

Nic Pope's church, Sequoia Church, is fundraising through a fireworks stand at Kings Canyon and Fowler through July 4th.  Stop by and pick up your Independence Day supplies.

Sean and Chayphet Marzolf have moved from the neighborhood, but their home stays in the family with Sean's brother, Dustin, moving in.  Welcome to the neighborhood, Dustin. 

Watering Rules

Please water only three days per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Turn your sprinkler controller seasonal setting to 100% for the next two months.

Water Conservation

Water usage for the month was 77,000 gallons per household. It was 1% worse than the target but 13% better than last year. Year to date, we are 8% better than the target and 7% better than last year.  Click here for a larger view.

Belmont Country Club Take-out Dinners

Belmont Country Club has added back Baby Back Ribs as an option for the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night take-out dinners.  

May 2017 Update

Dear Member:

May Weather

May was a pleasant month with some very different weather, only one day over 100, but three days under 70.  And, yes, there was a spot of rain. Total rain for the season was added to by .013" to a total of just over 16". 
Summer is here and will be official on June 20.  It's time to look for cooler things to do.

Consumer Confidence Report

The annual SWRCB 2016 Consumer Confidence Report has been completed and is available on the Belmont Water Corporation website.  It can be viewed by clicking here.  This annual report is provided to inform water users about the monitoring of the water quality of the Belmont Water Corporation system.

Neighbors

Wanda Bingham fell in her home a few weeks ago and has been undergoing treatment for a fractured hip.  Randy Grace, her grandson, is postponing her 92nd birthday party, originally scheduled for June 25, until she is recovered and can enjoy the much deserved attention.

Watering Rules

Please water only three days per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Turn your sprinkler controller seasonal setting to 100% for the next three months.

Water Conservation

Water usage for the month was 61,000 gallons per household. It was 1% worse than the target and 8% worse than last year. Year to date, we are 13% better than the target and 2% better than last year.  Click here for a larger view.

Belmont Country Club Take-out Dinners

Belmont Country Club again has a new option for the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night take-out dinners.  

April 2017 Update

Dear Member:

April Weather

April is time for baseball and the beginning of NBA playoff games which seem to last longer than the regular season.

April showers were with us this year with 2" coming in one day of thunder storms.  It was quite lovely. Total rain for the season is 4 1/2" above normal at just over 16". Temperatures for April were right at normal for the month.  It will be interesting watching reservoir management as the huge snow pack begins to melt.  With most of the run off going to the Pacific Ocean rather than storage, we should be hearing more about plans for new dams, but we probably won't.

Neighbors

Our good friend and neighbor Del Walker is going through some health issues.  All of our best to you, Del and Susan.  Our thoughts will be with you during your time of treatment.

Nic and Katie Pope are having a Cinco de Mayo party from 4:00 to 7:00 on Sunday, May 8. All in the neighborhood are invited.

Randy Grace, Wanda Bingham's grandson, is hosting a 92nd birthday party for her on June 25 at Belmont Country Club from 1:00 to 3:00.  Once again, all in the neighborhood are invited.

Watering Rules

Please water only three days per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Turn your sprinkler controller seasonal setting to 80%.

Water Conservation

Water usage for the month was 30,000 gallons per household. It was 4% worse than the target but 19% better than last year. Year to date, we are 22% better than the target and 10% better than last year.  Click here for a larger view.

Belmont Country Club Take-out Dinners

Belmont Country Club again has more options for the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night take-out dinners.  The tri-tip and baby back ribs are excellent and the ribs can be ordered with sauce on the side.

March 2017 Update

Dear Member:

March Weather

March was quite lovely. With only 1.08" of rain, we were nearly an inch behind normal.  Total for the season is still nearly 3" above normal and there's lots of snow in the mountains. Temperatures were right at normal for the month.

Annual Membership Meeting

The Belmont Water Corporation Annual Membership Meeting was the most successful in memory with many new neighbors attending.  Thank you all for joining us.  Board members elected at the meeting are:

• Mike Emigh
• Mike Gerosa
• Ryan Montag
• John Paige
• Nic Pope
• Stephanie Salkin

Wheel of Fortune

Our newest neighbor, Nic Pope became an instant television celebrity with a big win on the Wheel of Fortune. Congratulations, Nic.  Read more...

Pipeline Construction

While the main construction is far east of us now, there is still work being done on access points.  Use caution when driving both east and west on Belmont Avenue.

Thank you for your patience as this important project is completed. Please use extra caution when driving in the area. Safety is the City’s highest priority. Work is anticipated from Monday to Friday during daytime hours, but occasional work may take place on the weekends.
For more information, please click here.

Watering Rules

Please water only three days per week, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Turn your sprinkler controller seasonal setting to 40% or 50%.

Cross Connection Survey

Thank you to the 36 members completing the survey.  

Water Conservation

Water usage for the month was 24,400 gallons per household. It was 3% better than target but 40% worse than last year. Year to date, we are 34% better than the target and 2% better than last year.  Click here for a larger view.

Belmont Country Club Take-out Dinners

Belmont Country Club is adding more options for the Friday, Saturday, and Sunday night take-out dinners.