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Fall Activity Guide Out Now |
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The 2023 Fall Activity Guide will be mailed to Mountain View residents and available at City facilities this week.
This edition covers programs from September through December, including fall swim lessons, after-school STEM classes, fitness classes and holiday events.
The interactive guide will be available online next Tuesday at MountainView.gov/Register. Resident registration begins Monday, Aug. 7 at 8:30 a.m.
Limited financial assistance is available for eligible, low-income Mountain View families to register children for recreation classes and camps. To qualify for financial assistance, applicants must be a Mountain View resident and qualify through the Community Services Agency (CSA) screening process (subject to Santa Clara County Housing Authority guidelines). To apply, residents can contact CSA at 650-968-0836 and schedule an appointment.
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National Night Out is on Tuesday, Aug. 1 |
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National Night Out returns to Downtown Mountain View on Tuesday, Aug. 1 from 6 - 8 p.m. Join the Mountain View Police Department, Mountain View Fire Department and Mountain View Recreation Division for an evening of cold treats, chalk art and community.
Together, we're making communities safer, more caring places to live and work. We hope to see you on the 300 block of Castro Street!
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Elevate MV Participants Elevating their Financial Security According to Dashboard |
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Retail sales and services, food and groceries: those are the primary ways in which participants in the City of Mountain View’s Elevate MV guaranteed basic income pilot program spent their unrestricted monthly cash payments of $500 to meet their basic needs. The initial spending data reflects the first six months of the pilot and is now available through the Elevate MV Data Dashboard.
The dashboard is the result of a partnership with Stanford Basic Income Lab in coordination with Mayors for a Guaranteed Income and the University of Pennsylvania Center for Guaranteed Income Research (CGIR).
The two-year Elevate MV pilot program, designed to provide vulnerable residents with more financial security, involves 166 individuals who were randomly selected meeting the following criteria: extremely low-income parent or custodial caregiver with at least one child under age 18 or pregnant at the time of program application; income eligibility at or below 30% Area Median Income, and a Mountain View resident without regard to immigration documentation and/or housing status. The participants began receiving their direct cash payment in December 2022.
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City's Annual Financial Report
Receives Award Recognition
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The City of Mountain View is pleased to announce that it received the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2022. This is the 33rd consecutive year the City has received this prestigious award. The certificate is the GFOA’s highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and reporting.
The ACFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive spirit of disclosure to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users to read the report.
Unlike a budget that provides a plan for a future period, the ACFR illustrates the actual results of the prior fiscal year’s financial activities, such as revenues, expenditures and changes in fund balances.
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City to Launch SolorAPP+ Next Month |
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On Monday, Aug. 14, the City will officially launch SolarAPP+, an automated permit system that streamlines the process for licensed contractors to obtain a permit for single-family residential roof-mounted solar installations. These contractors can now efficiently submit all required project information and equipment specifications online without the need for traditional building plans. In return, they will receive an instant permit.
This streamlined process is expected to greatly accelerate solar adoption in Mountain View, benefiting approximately 50 homes per week. With no wait time for permit review and issuance, contractors can install solar equipment and schedule an inspection as quickly as one business day after obtaining the permit. This means faster solar installations for homeowners.
While SolarAPP+ currently focuses on single-family roof-mounted solar installations, the company has plans to expand the application in the future to include electric vehicle chargers for single-family homes and other development types, such as multifamily residential, commercial, and industrial sites.
With the launch of SolarAPP+, the City of Mountain View is taking a significant stride towards a greener and more sustainable future, while streamlining the permit process.
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Mountain View Rolling Out New
Green Compost Carts in August |
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Starting in August, Mountain View residents will receive a new green compost cart to replace the old yard trimmings carts.
The carts are being replaced for several reasons, which are to:
- Comply with State-mandated green color for compost and lid educational signage.
- Replace worn out carts, most of which are over 15 years old and have exceeded their useful life.
- Achieve cost effectiveness by replacing carts in bulk.
- Provide clear, consistent messaging— avoid a mix of old/new containers and signage.
Old carts are 100% recyclable and will not be landfilled - they will be recycled or reused.
The instructions for exchanging the old carts with new ones are as follows:
- Recology will deliver your new green compost cart(s) first (the same size as what you currently have). Most households will get it the day before your service day.
- On your service day, set-out your old yard trimmings cart(s) for removal.
- Recology will remove your old cart(s) that same day.
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/Carts and for service-related questions, contact Recology at 650-967-3034 or ContactUsRMV@Recology.com.
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Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Event |
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Saturday, August 26, in Mountain View. By appointment only.
Safely dispose of unwanted household hazardous wastes, including paint, batteries, electronics, garden chemicals, propane tanks, fluorescent and LED lightbulbs, household cleaners, used automotive oil, and more. Appointments are required; call 408-299-7300 or book an appointment online at HHW.org. To schedule online, click the green “Make an Appointment” button then select Mountain View on the calendar for August 26. Upon appointment booking, you will receive the specific Mountain View drop-off location. Bring proof of Santa Clara County residency (e.g., driver’s license or utility bill) to the event.
If you can’t attend on August 26, the County has permanent hazardous waste drop-off facilities available year-round to county residents by appointment. Visit HHW.org to check the 2023 facility operating schedule and make an appointment.
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Annual Water Quality Report Now Available |
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The City of Mountain View has released the 2022 Consumer Confidence Report, also known as the Water Quality Report.
The report describes where your water comes from and how it compares to drinking water standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the State Water Resources Control Board. In 2022, Mountain View’s drinking water met all Federal and State standards.
View the report online. To request a paper copy of the 2022 Consumer Confidence Report or for questions, call 650-903-6241.
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Engineering Sea Level Rise at
Shoreline and Beyond |
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The City of Mountain View is hosting a walking tour title, "Engineering Sea Level Rise at Shoreline and Beyond," on Sunday, Aug. 27 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. In celebration of Shoreline at Mountain View’s 40th Anniversary, learn about Mountain View's legacy of building a sanitary landfill to prevent flooding in the area, and to hear about projects now and as we look toward the future.
Pre-registration required for this event, as space may be limited. Register online at MountainView.gov/Shoreline.
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Musical Performances
- Enjoy an evening of pop-country tunes with local singer and guitarist Casey Bogdan on Tuesday, August 8.
- Bring a blanket or chairs and listen to the jazz stylings of renowned Bay Area trumpeter Dave Rocha and his quartet in Pioneer Park on Saturday, August 12.
Save Water when Gardening
- On Thursday, August 10, Master Gardener Pamela Trounstine will show us how to install a drip irrigation system. Unlike sprinklers, drip irrigation cuts water usage by directing water only where needed without evaporative loss due to spraying. Come and learn something new to help conserve water.
For more upcoming events, go to the Library’s events calendar.
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What's OnStage @
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
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July 27- 30 | Peninsula Youth Theatre presents Matilda the Musical | Tickets
July 28| Peninsula Youth Theatre & the City of Mountain View present Snow White | Free @ Parkstage
August 4| Peninsula Youth Theatre & the City of Mountain View present The Golden Goose | Free @ Parkstage
August 5 -6| Bayer Ballet Academy presents Coppélia Suite | Tickets
August 11| Peninsula Youth Theatre & the City of Mountain View present Caps for Sale | Free @ Parkstage
August 12-13 | Lamplighters Music Theatre presents IL DUCATO/The New Mikado | Tickets
August 26|Ascendo Foundation presents Robert Schumman’s Monumental Works | Tickets
August 27| Ascendo Foundation presents Classical Splendor Unveiled | Tickets
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
July 25 | Benefits to Switching to Electric at Home Webinar | 5:30 -7 p.m. | Virtual
July 26 | Music on Castro: Michael Ofiesh | 5 – 6:45 p.m. | 200 Block of Castro Street
July 28 | Theatre in the Park: Snow White | 3 p.m. | ParkStage in Pioneer Park
July 28 | Night Recreation Swim: Jungle | 5:30 - 7 p.m. | Eagle Park and Pool
July 28 | Concerts on the Plaza: Fully Funded (Classic Rock and Covers) |
6 – 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
August 1 | Virtual Rent Stabilization Hours | 10 a.m. – noon | Online
August 1 | National Night Out | 6 – 8 p.m. | 300 block of Castro Street
August 2 | Music on Castro: Crossing Dana | 5 – 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
August 3 | Housing and Eviction Help Center | 6 - 8 p.m. | 585 Franklin St.
August 4 | Theatre in the Park: The Golden Goose | 3 p.m. | ParkStage in Pioneer Park
August 4 | Concerts on the Plaza: RPM (Rock & Roll Dance Music) | 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
August 4 | Summer Outdoor Movie Night with Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (PG-13) | 8: 30 p.m. | Eagle Park
August 8 | Virtual Rent Stabilization Hours | 10 a.m. – noon | Online
August 9 | Music on Castro: The Song Gardeners | 5 – 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
August 11 | Theatre in the Park: Caps for Sale | 3 p.m. | ParkStage in Pioneer Park
August 11 | Concerts on the Plaza: Daze on the Green (Classic Rock/Dance Hits) | 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
August 11 | Summer Outdoor Movie Night with Strange World (PG) | 8: 30 p.m. | Eagle Park
August 16 | Music on Castro: David Landon | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street.
August 18 | Concerts on the Plaza: KOT Band (Tribute to Woodstock Generation) | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
August 23 | Music on Castro: Mr. Jones and Me | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street.
August 25 | Concerts on the Plaza: Busta Groove (Top 40/Motown) | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.
August 30 | Music on Castro: Lavender Fields | 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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