2024 Belmont Community Association Board

Mike Hage, President
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Why did you join the BCA Board?
This is the year to focus my energy with the local community where I feel I can make a difference. I want to use my skills and experience as a transportation engineer to bring ideas that could better our Belmont community.

What do you enjoy most about living in the Belmont neighborhood?
I love the walkability of neighborhood. It's allowed me to meet so many neighbors.

Trey Davis, Vice President
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​What do you enjoy most about living in the Belmont neighborhood?
As a native North Carolinian, I moved back to NC three years ago after being out of state for nearly 25 years. My family and I moved to Charlotte to be nearer to my family in NC, and we chose Belmont due to our desire to live in a walkable, diverse community close to the city center. We've not been disappointed! Even after three years, we continue to find wonderful restaurants and things to do in Charlotte and western NC.

Why did you join the BCA Board?
I joined in the hope that I might be able to help Belmont continue to grow and prosper and to help Belmont residents in their day-to-day lives. I've seen a lot of great improvements and developments in the neighborhood over the past three years, and I'm very excited to see what the future will bring to our community. Charlotte is beginning to understand what a great neighborhood Belmont is. This recognition will bring many good things to the community while presenting a challenge to us - to capitalize on the enthusiasm for Belmont while protecting the neighborhood's character and respecting its past.​

We're looking to fill the Treasurer position. In this role, you'll be responsible for all funds of the association, keeping accurate and timely financial reports to be presented at community and board meetings, and preparing and presenting the annual budget for voting, among other duties.

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We're looking to fill the Secretary position. In this role, you'll be responsible for keeping accurate records of all association business and coordinating the agenda for community and board meetings, among other duties.

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Whitaker Brown, Advisory
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Why did you join the BCA Board?
I wanted to give back to this community as it has given so much to me in my time here. I'd love to play a part in helping foster even more collaboration and engagement between neighbors, businesses and local organizations. Strengthening community partnerships can help us create spaces for neighbors to connect, share resources and solve challenges together. I'm hopeful that in my role, I can contribute by listening to the diverse voices in our community, bringing people together and encouraging open dialogue across all neighbors to continue making Belmont a vibrant and welcoming neighborhood for everyone.

What do you enjoy most about living in the Belmont neighborhood?
I love the walkability, access to the greenway, parks and the light rail, and most importantly, the rich diversity of its residents and the deep sense of community pride. Belmont is also inclusive - whether you're a renter or homeowner, no matter your age, stage of life or identity - Belmont strives to welcome and celebrate you here.

Yaz Humaideh, Business Liaison
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Why did you join the BCA Board?
I volunteered as the Business Liaison because I'm deeply committed to building a strong, connected community. As a businessman, I take great pride in seeing local businesses thrive. I believe I have the skills and passion to bring the Belmont community together in support of our small businesses. I see this role as an exciting challenge - one where I can make a real impact by fostering relationships, driving initiatives and helping businesses succeed while strengthening the community as a whole.

What do you enjoy most about the Belmont neighborhood?
I greatly enjoy Sweet Lew's, Culture Shop and Bloom & Bottle!

Mariam Abdul Hamid, Communications
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What do you enjoy most about living in the Belmont neighborhood?
The proximity to Uptown and surrounding neighborhoods, which gives easy access to great restaurants and shops without having to deal with traffic on my doorstep. It's been amazing to see how much the neighborhood has grown in the three years since I moved here.

We're looking to fill the Community Engagement position. In this role, you'll connect community members through resources for assistance, community events, volunteer opportunities and community building activities, among other duties.

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Joe O'Connell, Fundraising & Grants
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What do you enjoy most about living in the Belmont neighborhood?
I like that Belmont is a diverse and beautiful neighborhood enclave that sits within walking distance of the arts, culture and nightlife of the city.

What was a memorable community moment for you? 
Watching the Belmont street toppers and pole signs from the Neighborhood Matching Grant project get installed in our community.

Ilesha Patel, Land Use
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Why did you join the BCA Board?
I joined the board a few years ago because it provides an incredible opportunity to meet my neighbors, business and current and future leaders who all impact the community in which I live.

What do you hope to achieve for the neighborhood this year?
I want to help steer changes in our built environment to be a positive experience for everyone and one that benefits all individuals that reside in this neighborhood.

Joanna Crowder, Quality of Life
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What do you enjoy most about living in the Belmont neighborhood?
Accessibility to many East Charlotte neighborhoods by foot! Walkability of the neighborhood where my husband and I live is very important to us.

What was a memorable community moment for you?
Boo-Mont was a really great event. I've never taken part in a "Trunk or Treat" event and I really enjoyed it. It was awesome to see how much fun the kids in the community had dressing up and running from car to car for candy!

We're looking to fill the Social position. In this role, you'll manage a committee to plan and host social events throughout the year, including National Night Out, Boo-Mont Trunk or Treat and the annual holiday potluck.

Email [email protected] to apply or find out more about this role.