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How's Your Internet Service? Let Us Know Through Community Survey |
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The City of Mountain View is conducting a study of internet availability, access and affordability as part of a citywide broadband needs assessment. The City is seeking to gather first-hand information through the survey to understand how household and business access to high-speed and affordable internet service can be improved.
To provide your valuable input, access the online survey, which is available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Russian.
Information from the survey will only be used for broadband planning purposes and will not be shared with any other entity. No personal information is required to complete the survey, which will run through 11:59 p.m. Sunday, June 9.
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/Broadband.
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The Mountain View City Council unanimously approved the Economic Vitality Strategy (EVS) at the April 23 meeting.
The EVS is a guiding document with the following vision: Mountain View seeks to create a thriving community where small businesses, innovation, entrepreneurship, and diversity are encouraged and flourish. Mountain View aims to be a global leader that balances a flourishing economy with the health and well-being of our community and the environment.
The EVS outlines 25 strategies broken down further into 164 actions, which will be fully implemented over the next 5-10 years. The adoption of the EVS comes after extensive analysis of available data and trends along with outreach and interviews with business and community leaders.
View the Economic Vitality Strategy.
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The community is invited to help the City of Mountain View Fire Department commemorate their 150 years of service. A special celebration including a parade is taking place in Downtown Mountain View this month.
Sunday, May 19
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Civic Center Plaza
The parade featuring a variety of apparatus and vintage fire trucks will begin at 12:30 p.m. from the 1000 block of Villa Street and ending at 500 Castro Street. Other activities include a Public Safety Recruitment Fair, Public Education Expo, Inflatable Fire House, Bucket Brigade and much more.
For more event details, visit MountainView.gov/fire150.
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The Mountain View Police Department and the Public Safety Advisory Board will host a forum on the Future of Community Policing. The title of this free event is “Community Safety, Crime Prevention and Accountability.”
The event is open to the community and will be moderated by PSAB board members.
Thursday, May 30
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Monte Loma Elementary School, 460 Thompson Ave.
At this meeting, Police Department staff will present on:
- Local crime trends.
- How to help prevent being a victim of crime.
- The importance of community partnerships to increase public safety.
- How the MVPD uses technology to support investigations and public safety.
The forum will include breakout sessions and a question/answer portion.
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The City will host the annual Senior Resource Fair:
Tuesday, May 7
3 - 6 p.m.
Mountain View Senior Center
The Senior Resource Fair provides the community with available resources for aging residents which will include over 30 local senior service providers, workshops and more.
This event is free and open to all. Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, El Camino Healthcare District.
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/SeniorResourceFair.
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Enjoy "Music on Castro" Downtown
Every Wednesday
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Spectators enjoy live music on Castro Street in Downtown Mountain View.
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"Music on Castro" is in full swing in Downtown Mountain View! Every Wednesday, singer/songwriters will perform live music. The community can come out to enjoy the free entertainment while shopping and dining downtown. Performances are currently scheduled on the 200 block of Castro Street.
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Wednesday, May 1
Mr. Jones & Me
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, May 8
Juicy Trees
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, May 15
Hit Collective
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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The series will continue through early fall.
Performers are subject to change. Performances will be canceled during inclement weather.
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The City of Mountain recognizes our youth with Teen Week, a week-long celebration dedicated to supporting and uplifting teens.
This year, Teen Week will be held May 13-17.
Join us for a City Council proclamation, teen-only discounts from local businesses, teen-led community events and more! The citywide programs are planned and led by the City's Youth Advisory Committee.
For more information and a list of scheduled activities, visit MountainView.gov/TeenWeek.
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The Mountain View Public Library invites residents to several programs during the month of May in recognition of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. |
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Join us for an in-person workshop on Chinese calligraphy taught by professional art instructor, Jojo Liu. Enjoy an immersive experience and discover the beauty of strokes, characters and cultural expression. This class is intended for adults.
Thursday, May 9
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Second Floor Program Room
Register here.
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Participate in a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel Yellowface, which grapples with questions of diversity, racism, cultural appropriation and the terrifying alienation of social media.
Tuesday, May 21
4 p.m.
Virtual
Register here.
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Come to a beginner-level Chinese brush painting workshop with professional art instructor Pauline Tsui, who will teach simple techniques and demonstrate how to paint flowers and small animals. This class is for ages 12 and up.
Saturday, May 25
2:30 - 4 p.m.
First Floor Program Room
Register here.
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The Friends of the Mountain View Library will hold its next Book Sale the weekend of May 18 - 19. Come and find great bargains on gently used books for adults and youth, DVDs, CDs and more. Funds raised will support Library programs including upcoming Summer Reading events and prizes.
Saturday, May 18
9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Members Only Sale
10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m., General Public Sale
Sunday, May 19
11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Bag Sale
The Book Sale will take place in the bookmobile garage along Mercy Street in the driveway next to the Library’s underground parking lot.
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What's OnStage @
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
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Pacific Ballet Presents Their Annual Spring Showcase May 11 - 12
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Experience the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts. Some of MVCPA's upcoming events are featured below. For all upcoming performances, visit MVCPA.com.
May 10-11 | SecondStage | Peninsula Youth Theatre presents The Princess and the Pea. A world-premiere adaptation written specifically for PYT's "Stories on Stage" program of the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen. This performance is 1 hour long with no intermission and is appropriate for all ages. | Tickets
May 11-12 | MainStage | Pacific Ballet Company presents the Annual Spring Showcase 2024. | Tickets
May 16-19 | MainStage | Smuin Contemporary Ballet presents Dance Series 2, celebrating where we’ve been and where we’re going. | Tickets
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
May 1 | Music on Castro: Mr. Jones & Me | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
May 7 | Senior Resource Fair | 3 - 6 p.m. | Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave.
May 8 | Music on Castro: Juicy Trees | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
May 15 | Music on Castro: Hit Collective | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
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AskMV at Your Service
Available 24/7, Ask Mountain View is an easy way to send your questions, concerns and compliments directly to City staff who can help you. Download the app or submit a request online at MountainView.gov/AskMV.
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