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City Council Considers FY 2024/25 Budget |
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On Tuesday, June 11, the Mountain View City Council held a public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Recommended Budget.
The FY 2024-25 Recommended 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. Although the budget is stable in Fiscal Year 2024-25, revenues are not growing at the pace the City has experienced in prior years. In addition, a great deal of economic uncertainty remains on the horizon.
Coming up at the Tuesday, June 25 meeting, the City Council will consider adoption of the new fiscal year’s budget, which begins July 1 and runs through June 30, 2025.
For more details, view the FY 2024-25 Recommended Budget.
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Mountain View Celebrates Pride Month |
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Also, on June 11, the Mountain View City Council held a Pride Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall to commemorate June as Pride Month. Local leaders, members of the public and City employees joined the City Council in expressing their commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and support for the LGBTQ+ community. |
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As we plan for a strong and prepared Mountain View of tomorrow, please take a moment to join the conversation and provide YOUR priorities.
The Mountain View of tomorrow will require addressing aging facilities and Citywide infrastructure, maintaining best-in-class public safety, improving pedestrian and cyclist safety and access, implementing ambitious decarbonization and climate change mitigation programs, continuing to build more affordable housing, and building new parks and open spaces.
If you are a member of a civic organization and wish to hear a presentation from the City as we plan for the future, please contact us at City.Mgr@mountainview.gov or 650-903-6301.
The City Council will receive the community feedback at the Tuesday, June 25 meeting and decide next steps for potentially placing a revenue measure on the November 2024 ballot.
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Discover More About Parks Strategic Plan |
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You spoke, we listened. Come 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, 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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The View Newsletter Available Now |
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Get the latest news from City Hall. The spring/summer edition of The View is out and in homes!
Read about a new way to collaborate with the City of Mountain View on projects and programs, what we are learning one year into the guaranteed basic-income pilot program, where things stand with the El Camino Real repaving and improvements project, and much more.
Check the newsletter out online at The View. |
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Summer Concerts Heat Up the Plaza |
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The Concerts on the Plaza series brings summer fun to Mountain View! 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. Johnny & June Forever, a Johnny Cash Tribute Band, takes the stage next.
Friday, June 14
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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Come out to one of the City's most popular events, a kid-centered festival including live children's music from popular Bay Area performers, games, arts and crafts, and more! This month's event features performer, Martin and the Green Machine.
Saturday, June 15
10 a.m. - Noon
Civic Center Plaza
Performers are subject to change. For more information, visit KidStock.
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Biodiversity & Urban Forest Plan |
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The City of Mountain View is launching the community's Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan. This Plan will be the first of its kind in the Bay Area to provide a clear set of priorities, goals and objectives for increasing and supporting biodiversity for the long-term future of Mountain View.
Community outreach will take place over the next few months. All community members are encouraged to join the conversation by attending a pop-up event, participating in a workshop or sharing ideas and pictures.
The first pop-up will be located at the Mountain View Farmer's Market.
Wednesday, June 26
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Mountain View Transit Center
Help us create a plan that will foster a rich, healthy urban ecosystem and make Mountain View a more livable and vibrant place for people and nature to thrive.
For more information, visit Mountain View's Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan.
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Celebrate 4th of July 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 (2,000) 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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"Music on Castro" Continues Downtown |
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Spectators enjoy live music 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 12
David Landon
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, June 19
The Song Gardeners
5 - 6:45 p.m.
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Wednesday, June 26
The Jim Witzel Quartet
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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Deadline Extended for Internet Service Survey |
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There are just two days left to give input on your access to the internet: take the online survey today!
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.
The survey is available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Russian. No personal information is required to complete the survey, which will run through 11:59 p.m. Thursday, June 13.
For more information, visit MountainView.gov/Broadband.
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Library Offers "Learners Program" |
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The Mountain View Public Library is seeking participants for the Learners Program. The Learners Program is a one-on-one tutoring service for adults who want to improve their reading and writing skills.
The program is learner-driven, where learners set their own reading or writing goals. There are trained volunteer tutors who work with learners and provide support, materials and space. Both learners and tutors must be 18 years old or older. Learners must live in Mountain View and commit to pursuing their goals for at least six months.
Prospective learners are encouraged to submit the Learner Interest Form or 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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Theatre Works Silicon Valley presents Being Alive: A Sondheim Celebration
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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 23 | The Merry Wives of Windsor | Pocket Opera Shakespeare spins a comedic tale of Sir John Falstaff's failed attempts to seduce two clever married women for their husbands' wealth, leading to a series of hilarious mishaps and misunderstandings before the wives outsmart him, reaffirming the strength of marriage and female solidarity in the end. | 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 themes of identity and the pursuit of acceptance with humor and heart. | Tickets
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
June 12 | Taste of Mountain View | 4 - 8 p.m. | Downtown Mountain View
June 12 | Music on Castro: David Landon | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
June 14 | Concerts on the Plaza: Johnny & June Forever | 6 - 7:30 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
June 19 | Music on Castro: The Song Gardeners | 5 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
June 21 | Concerts on the Plaza: Business Casual A Cappella | 6 - 7:30 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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