once a sleepy farm known as belmont, this area east and south of downtown charlottesville is in the midst of a renaissance of redevelopment. following the creation of mas in 2002-2003, this working-class neighborhood has blossomed with coffee shops, galleries, a hostel and new found popularity for those who enjoy wandering from the beaten path. the new found vitality of belmont is also due to the inspired work of community activists and neighbors working to develop a sound and sustainable urban neighborhood. mas is proud to be a member of the belmont neighborhood association and is a proud sponsor for reading initiatives at the clark school, and the city-league soccer team named after MAS.