The Belmont Municipal Light Board uses rare extra meeting time to brainstorm a 20-year vision for solar power, weighing future electrification goals, potential programs and incentives, costs, and grid management challenges.

The Belmont Select Board hears good news on free cash, confronts how far behind the town is on financial reserves, and revises the rules for filing citizen petitions. The board also appoints a representative to the Massport Community Advisory Committee and backs funding to complete Belmont’s long-range comprehensive plan.

The Belmont Select Board thanks local firefighters, formally appoints a new interim Fire Chief, and votes to hold a hybrid Special Town Meeting in November 2026 to keep participation accessible for residents.