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Council Adopts FY 2024-25 City Budget |
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On Tuesday, June 25, the Mountain View City Council adopted the City budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The Council also approved funding for Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Projects.
The FY 2024-25 Adopted Budget is structurally balanced and allocates resources toward long-term service delivery, Council Strategic Priority areas, continuous organizational improvement efforts, and innovative programs important to the Mountain View community.
The Adopted Budget also includes the costs associated with approved labor agreements for International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), Police Officers Association (POA), EAGLES, Services Employees International Union (SEIU), unrepresented employees and hourly employees.
Although the budget is stable for the upcoming fiscal year, revenues are not growing at the pace the City of Mountain View has experienced in prior fiscal years, and there remains a great deal of economic uncertainty on the horizon. As a result, deficits ranging from $1.4 million to $4.4 million are projected from FY 2025-26 through FY 2028-29. The City’s new fiscal year begins July 1 and runs through June 30, 2025.
For more details, visit the City Budget webpage.
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City Revenue Measure to Appear on
November 2024 Ballot |
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Also at the June 25 meeting, the City Council voted unanimously to place a revenue measure on the November 2024 ballot.
The ballot measure would amend the City of Mountain View’s existing Real Property Conveyance Tax Ordinance. If approved by Mountain View voters, the amendment would increase the tax for residential and commercial property sales above $6 million to $15 per $1,000.
The proposed change would generate about $9,500,000 in locally controlled funding and be subject to independent audits. A simple majority vote – 50% of voters plus one additional voter – is required for approval of a general tax like this one.
If you would like to share your ideas on what priorities the potential new revenues could be directed toward, email the City Manager’s Office at City.Mgr@mountainview.gov.
For local updates on the November 2024 election, visit the City Election Information webpage.
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Biodiversity & Urban Forest Plan Pop-Up |
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The Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan will be “popping-up” at the Mountain View Farmer’s Market this Sunday. Stop by and engage with us through fun and educational activities. This is a great opportunity to share your ideas and help envision how the City of Mountain View can foster a vibrant ecosystem where people and nature thrive together.
Sunday, June 30
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Mountain View Farmer’s Market, 600 W. Evelyn Ave
For more information and to get involved, please visit BiodiversityMV.com.
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Parks Strategic Plan Community Meeting |
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Learn about what the community imagines for the future of Mountain View parks and recreation.
Community members are encouraged to attend a community meeting to learn about the findings of recent surveys and assessments, as well as the next steps of the plan. A virtual meeting will also be held for those unable to attend in-person.
Wednesday, June 26
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Mountain View Community Center,
201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Virtual Meeting
Thursday, June 27
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Register in advance for this webinar.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Interpretation Services will be available for both meetings in Spanish, Mandarin and Russian.
For information on the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan process, visit ImagineMVParks.com.
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Fourth of July Holiday City Closures |
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Mountain View City Hall, Mountain View Public Library and most City departments and facilities will be closed on Thursday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
Although administrative offices will be closed, emergency services will continue.
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Fireworks Spectacular at Shoreline |
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The City of Mountain View and Live Nation are proud to present the 2024 Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular with the San Francisco Symphony.
Conductor Edwin Outwater and Vocalist Jessica Vosk will lead a performance titled, "Defying Gravity: A Celebration of Heroes Featuring Songs from Wicked" including fan favorites such as "The Wizard and I" and "Defying Gravity."
Thursday, July 4
7 p.m.
Shoreline Amphitheatre
Two thousand free lawn seat tickets are available for Mountain View residents. For details and ticket restrictions, visit 4th of July Spectacular at Shoreline.
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Summer Dance Party on the Plaza |
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Summer is in full swing with Concerts on the Plaza! Join your family, friends and neighbors and bring your blanket or lawn chair down to the Civic Center Plaza, located at 500 Castro St., for a variety of musical performances. Taking the stage next will be Pop Fiction.
Friday, June 28
6 - 7:30 p.m.
Civic Center Plaza
Food, beer, wine and other beverages will be available for purchase at the Bean Scene Cafe. Concerts will take place every Friday from June through September.
For more event details, visit Concerts on the Plaza.
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Outdoor Movie Night Series Returns |
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Enjoy movies under the stars with the Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series!
Before the movie starts, join us for a fun-filled pre-show featuring yard games, bubbles, a spin-to-win wheel and trivia. The lineup begins with The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Friday, July 5
8:30 - 10:30 p.m.
Cuesta Park, 615 Cuesta Dr.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the show. For more information, visit Summer Outdoor Movie Night.
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"Music on Castro" Continues Downtown |
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Summer activity on Castro Street in Downtown Mountain View.
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Music on Castro continues every Wednesday as singer/songwriters perform live music on the 200 block of Castro Street. Come out to enjoy the free entertainment while shopping and dining downtown.
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Wednesday, June 26
Jim Witzel Quartet
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, July 3
Dolce Trio
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, July 10
Ted Acoustic Jams
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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Check out the full performance schedule at the Music on Castro webpage.
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Free Mental Health First Aid Certification |
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Support your friends, family and neighbors by getting certified in Mental Health First Aid!
Are you interested in being better prepared to recognize and respond to mental health and substance use challenges in your community? If so, this free training–conducted by Momentum for Health–is for you. You’ll learn to recognize common signs and symptoms, understand how to interact with a person in crisis, know how to connect a person with help, and use self-care tools and techniques.
Expect to complete one to two hours of prep work on your own in advance of the four-hour classroom session.
Saturday, July 27
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Mountain View City Hall, Plaza Conference Room, 2nd Floor
Don’t wait to sign up! Registration deadline is Monday, July 15. Class capacity is 30 people.
To sign up, contact Kennya Rodriguez at Momentum for Health: krodriguez@momentumforhealth.org.
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Further Your Career With New Library Program |
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The Mountain View Public Library wants to make it easier for adult learners to expand their knowledge and further their career goals. The Career Success Allowance Program provides monetary support for adult students who are earning their high school diploma through the Career Online High School.
In September 2023, the City Council approved funding for the program as part of the City of Mountain View's workforce development and small business assistance initiatives. CSAP funding is available for up to 10 students.
Reach out to Literacy@mountainview.gov for more information.
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What's OnStage @
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
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Peninsula Youth Theatre presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
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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.
June 5-30 | Being Alive: A Sondheim Celebration | Theatre Works Silicon Valley. Stephen Sondheim, a towering giant of musical theatre, captures the essence of human relationships—love, loss, breakdowns and breakthroughs—with a collection of songs from unforgettable musicals. In this world-premiere revue, Sondheim's profound insight into the human heart shines brightly once more.| Tickets
June 27-30 | The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee | Peninsula Youth Theatre. A musical comedy about a group of eccentric middle schoolers vying for victory in a spelling competition. As they confront their fears and quirks, the musical delves into significant themes of identity and the pursuit of acceptance with humor and heart. | Tickets
July 11-14 | Finding Nemo, Jr. | Peninsula Youth Theatre. Explore the big blue world with this lively new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film! Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. | Tickets
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
June 26 | Music on Castro: Jim Witzel Quartet | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
June 28 | Concerts on the Plaza: Pop Fiction | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
June 30 | Biodiversity & Urban Forest Plan Pop-Up |9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Mountain View Transit Center, 600 W. Evelyn Ave.
July 3 | Music on Castro: Dolce Trio | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
July 4 | 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular | 7 p.m. | Shoreline Amphitheatre, One Amphitheatre Way
July 4 | Independence Day Holiday Closure | All Day | Most City Offices
July 5 | Concerts on the Plaza: Misspent Youth | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
July 5 | Summer Outdoor Movie Night: The Super Mario Bros. Movie | 8:30 p.m. | Cuesta Park, 615 Cuesta Dr.
July 10 | Music on Castro: Ted Acoustic Jams | 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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