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Community Workshop on
Downtown Precise Plan |
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The City of Mountain View invites the public to participate in a community workshop tomorrow to kick off the public-input phase of the comprehensive update to the Downtown Precise Plan. This important three-year planning process will update the vision for the Downtown area. The updated plan will guide land use, building design, and streetscape improvements for future decades. The goal is to ensure that the Downtown remains the vibrant heart of Mountain View.
Thursday, Aug. 14
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. (Doors open at 6:15 p.m.)
SFV Portuguese Hall, 361 Villa St.
Child care (for children ages 3 and above) and light refreshments will be provided. Interpretation services will also be available in Spanish and Chinese.
A meeting agenda and additional information are available on the City’s webpage, Downtown Precise Plan Update Project.
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Pickleball Study Community Meeting |
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The City of Mountain View will hold a Pickleball Study community meeting later this month. Staff will provide an update on the Pickleball Study, present conceptual designs for three potential locations (Cuesta Park adjacent to the tennis courts, Cuesta Park Annex adjacent to the tennis courts, and the future San Rafael Park site), and gather public input.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
6:30 p.m.
Mountain View Community Center, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
The meeting will be held in Redwood Hall at the Community Center.
Later this year, staff will present the feasibility study findings, community feedback, and recommendation to the City Council for direction on next steps.
More information can be found on the project's website.
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Palo Alto Forms Community Advisory Group for San Antonio Road Area Plan |
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The City of Palo Alto recently formed a Community Advisory Group including two Mountain View residents to advise on the San Antonio Road Area Plan, which is currently under development by the City of Palo Alto.
Palo Alto's San Antonio Road Area Plan includes property along the San Antonio Road corridor between Alma Street and Terminal Road, and a roughly half-mile portion of Alma Street west of San Antonio Road. The Plan is intended to establish a vision for the planning area and detail policies and strategies that will address land use, housing, mobility and interconnectivity, urban design and placemaking, community services and facilities, and explore the financial feasibility of the recommendations made.
Mountain View staff is coordinating closely with Palo Alto staff on their preparation of this Plan. The Plan is scheduled to be completed by June of 2028.
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Eagle Park Pool Temporary Closure |
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The main pool pump at Eagle Park Pool is failing and requires immediate maintenance to prevent an unplanned closure. To address this issue proactively, scheduled maintenance is currently taking place until Sept. 1. During this time, all youth and community user groups will be temporarily relocated to the Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center. This relocation will require schedule changes for all programs.
For updated program schedules, please visit MountainView.gov/Aquatics.
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Construction Alert for Mountain View Medical Office Building |
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Kaiser Permanente announced construction activities are underway at the Mountain View Medical Office Building, located at 555 Castro St. The construction began in July and is estimated to last through December 2025.
According to Kaiser Permanente, the construction project includes waterproofing the roof and exterior balconies, new paint to the exterior of the building, and upgrading ADA accessibility at exterior entry points.
Per Kaiser Permanente, the Medical Office Building and Parking Structure will remain open during construction. The contractor has provided modified pedestrian pathways around the construction areas and is conducting traffic controls to ensure staff and visitors can safely enter the facility and parking garage during construction hours. Normal construction hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Kaiser Permanente said the contractor is doing all they can to minimize noise and vibration disturbances and to expect some noise, dust, and vibrations during the construction.
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The Mountain View Police Department has released its 2024 Annual Report.
The report contains a broad overview of department information, including annual crime statistics, organizational structure, personnel demographics, and department accomplishments.
Read the Mountain View Police Department 2024 Annual Report.
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City Receives 35th Consecutive GFOA Award for Excellence in Financial Reporting |
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The City of Mountain View has once again been recognized for its commitment to transparency and excellence in Financial Reporting. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has awarded the City the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.
This marks the 35th consecutive year that the City has received this prestigious honor. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its staff.
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Free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off |
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Safely dispose of paint, batteries, electronics, auto fluids, used oil, garden chemicals, propane tanks, fluorescent and LED lightbulbs, aerosols and more. This event also accepts unwanted or expired prescriptions for people and pets to help keep homes safe for children, seniors, and animals.
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Saturday, Aug. 23
8:00 a.m. - Noon
By appointment only
- Bring proof of Santa Clara County residency (e.g., driver’s license or utility bill) to the event.
- Call 408-299-7300 or book your appointment online at HHW.org. To schedule online, click the blue “Make a Free Appointment” button then select Mountain View on the calendar for August 23.
- Upon appointment booking, you will receive the specific Mountain View drop-off location.
If you can’t attend the event on Aug. 23, the County of Santa Clara has permanent hazardous waste drop-off facilities available year-round to County residents by appointment using the same links above.
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Residents can learn how to get the most out of their irrigation system while using less water through a free online class from Valley Water. The class covers the basics of irrigation system components, how to program a controller, the benefits of drip over spray, and simple tips to reduce water use in yards.
Thursday, Aug. 28
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Virtual
This webinar is perfect for homeowners, gardeners, and anyone interested in creating a more water-wise landscape. Advanced registration is required.
Spanish, Mandarin, and Vietnamese interpretation is available. Language preference can be chosen when registering.
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Enroll in Bilingual UC Climate Stewards Course |
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Become a Canopy-Certified Community Forester through UC Climate Stewards. Canopy is now offering a bilingual UC Climate Stewards certification course in English and Spanish. The course prepares participants to engage within their communities with integrated nature-based climate solutions, community science about local green spaces, and communication to advance community and ecosystem resilience in the urban forest.
This 9-week course, which begins on Sept. 25, focuses on tree planting and climate communications. Applications are open until Sept. 10. For more information and to apply, visit Canopy Community Forestry School.
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"Music on Castro" Continues Downtown |
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Music on Castro continues every Wednesday as singers and songwriters perform live music on the 200 block of Castro Street. The community is invited to come out to enjoy the free entertainment while shopping and dining Downtown.
Wednesday, Aug. 13
David Landon
5:00 - 6:45 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 20
Lavender Fields
5:00 - 6:45 p.m.
The series will continue through early fall. For more information, visit Music on Castro.
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Get Your Groove on at "Concerts on the Plaza" |
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Enjoy live music in Downtown Mountain View as The China Cats rock out Grateful Dead classics during the Concerts on the Plaza series.
Friday, Aug. 15
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
Join your friends, neighbors, and fellow music lovers for nights packed with fun tunes and dancing. Food, beer, wine and other beverages will be available for purchase at the Bean Scene Cafe.
For more event details, visit Concerts on the Plaza.
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Final Summer Outdoor Movie Night
of the Season |
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The Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series concludes this Friday, Aug. 15 with The Wild Robot. Beginning at 7:30 p.m., the first 50 youth to visit the information booth will receive a movie-themed giveaway pack. Glow sticks will be available for everyone.
Friday, Aug. 15
7:30 p.m.
Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Enter to win a VIP movie experience for your family, complete with comfy chairs, a delicious snack pack with popcorn and candy, and refreshing drinks – all setup and waiting for you. Entries will be available at the information booth from 7:30 – 8:20 p.m. One entry per family. The winning family will be announced at 8:25 p.m.
All movies begin at 8:30 p.m. or when it gets dark. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the show.
For more information, visit Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series.
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
Aug. 13 | Music on Castro: David Landon | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
Aug. 14 | Downtown Precise Plan Community Workshop | 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | SFV Portuguese Hall, 361 Villa St.
Aug. 15 | Concerts on the Plaza: The China Cats | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
Aug. 15 | Summer Outdoor Movie Night: The Wild Robot | 7:30 p.m. | Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Aug. 20 | Music on Castro: Lavender Fields | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
Aug.22 | Concerts on the Plaza: The Houserockers | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
Aug. 23 | Free Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off | 8:00 a.m. - Noon | By appointment only
Aug. 27 | Music on Castro: Vocals by David Johnson | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
Aug.27 | Pickleball Study Project Update: Community Meeting | 7:30 p.m. | Mountain View Community Center, Redwood Hall, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Aug.29 | Concerts on the Plaza: False Bottom Band | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
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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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