We have begun the process of reaching out to local high school districts and other community groups to see if a community-based solution can be identified.
If You Want to Keep the Crystal Springs Cross Country Course Open Send Below Template Email to SFPUC
CROSS-COUNTRY RUNNING COURSE
Over the years residents have contacted the Belmont Heights Civic Improvement Association
(BHCIA) with concerns about the impacts to our neighborhood from the growing number and size of the cross country running events that take place on the watershed behind Hallmark Park. In April 2020, College of San Mateo (CSM, the manager of the running events) issued a press release citing non-use and liability issues as the reason behind relinquishing the permit to manage the course.
Upon learning this, BHCIA wrote letters to the Belmont City Council members, school administrators, and outreached to sports representatives to work together to create a community-based partnership to keep the course open to kids and the public while addressing concerns of neighbors. Subsequently, CSM announced it will continue to maintain the management of the course.
Below is, in part, BHCIA’s May 5, 2020 letter to Belmont City Council, Mayor and staff.
Council members and staff would not meet or work with BHCIA on this issue.
For historical use of the course click here.