This page outlines the City of Belmont's environmental restoration and foreshore stabilisation projects, and maintenance taking place within the City’s parks and reserves. 

Current and upcoming projects 

Below is a list of current and upcoming works within the City. 
 

Activity	Location	Proposed Dates	Information
City wide weed control	City of Belmont	In July, September, November, January, March and May every year, City contractors will spray kerbs, medians and footpaths using 'Glyphosate', weather permitting.   The City also conducts spraying on verges to control African Love Grass twice a year, during the months of May and September (only as required).	Residents/ratepayers can register for the verge adjacent to their property to be left untreated with pesticides, by contacting the City in writing (by email or mail). The “No Spray” list only applies to local government road reserves and activities of City of Belmont staff and contractors.                                                                                          Registration to the “No Spray” list requires residents/ratepayers to commit to maintaining their verge in a weed-free condition.   On a periodic basis the City will request re-confirmation from those registered to remain on the list.   The City reserves the right to apply pesticides should the above conditions not be met.  To register complete the online form or contact the City's Parks team at parks@belmont.wa.gov.au For further information on the safety and use of Glyphosate please read the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) fact sheet.
City wide streetscape maintenance	City of Belmont	Verge mowing is undertaken six times per year; December, February, April, June, August and October.	As part of the City's Annual Maintenance Plan verge mowing activities will be undertaken in cul-de-sacs and verges along key arterial routes. Further information can be found on the verge maintenance and compliance page.
Powerline Pruning Program	City of Belmont (North side)	20 March - 26 May 2023	The City will be conducting street tree powerline pruning within the north side area of the City of Belmont as shown in the map below.   To ensure the City’s tree pruning contractor has the required access please ensure that vehicles, boats, trailers and other potential obstructions are not left parked on the associated verges during the day.  A small amount of leaf debris is to be expected following pruning.
Broadleaf Weed Control	Ascot Waters	June 2023	The City will be undertaking broadleaf weed control measures in the turfed areas of Ascot Waters scheduled for June 2023. The programmed works is applying Spearhead selective herbicide.  Spearhead herbicide is applied to control broadleaf weed that has already germinated and showing signs of growth.
Playground Renewal	Peachey Park	17 April - 15 May 2023	Installation of additional bike track infrastructure.
Playground Renewal and Landscape Works	Tomato Lake	February - June 2023 Playground closed 15 May 2023 to 07 July 2023 BBQ Area closed 15 June 2023 to 07 July 2023	The City will be replacing the playground equipment with inclusive and unique play equipment that includes equipment suitable for all-abilities. In addition landscaping works will be undertaken to increase connectivity between the kiosk, playground and BBQ area.
Street Tree Planting	City of Belmont	Winter 2023	As part of the City's annual street tree planting program the City will be planting street trees on select verges between May and September. Closer to the time of planting, the location for planting will be marked out on the verge, and a calling card will be left in the letterbox.