Tax Abatement Process - How-to Video
Many Belmontonians believe that their real estate taxes are “unfairly” high — that is, the assessed value of their property (land plus buildings) is too high — higher than the valuation of similar homes (comparables). This 19 minute video was recorded in 2022 and is narrated by William (Bill) Anderson, TMM, Precinct 2; member of the Warrant Committee; and CFRB Officer. Anderson leads us through his tax abatement story, from understanding the Belmont tax bill through the process of applying (and fighting!) for an abatement, and to consequently lower his tax bill.
MBTA Act - 3A Maps and Amendments
Carol Berberian, Planning Board and Town Meeting Member shares her insights into the MBTA Housing Act, also known as 3A. Listen to learn more about the proposed maps and amendments.
Advancing the Belmont Compact
Citizens for a Fiscally Responsible Belmont is focusing on three initiatives to further our goal of working to increase accountability, responsibility and transparency in all aspects of town government. The first of these is Advancing the Town Compact.
Voices Amplified
On Monday, July 22, the Select Board Vice Chair launched a verbal attack on Citizens for a Fiscally Responsible Belmont, (CFRB) and on CFRB Vice President, Marie Warner.
Marie’s reappointment to the Economic Development Committee (EDC) was to be voted by the Select Board. The Vice Chair opposed this reappointment due to her affiliation with CFRB.
MBTA Communities Act - Impact on Belmont
On Monday, January 29 at 7:00pm there is an important Public Forum presented by the MBTA Communities Advisory Committee. Under discussion is a change to zoning in Belmont - a change which could dramatically alter the character of our town and increase both municipal and school operating expenses.