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City Statement on 2025 Santa Clara County Point-in-Time Count |
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The results for the 2025 Point-in-Time Count, released by the County of Santa Clara this week, found that the number of people experiencing homelessness in Mountain View rose by 56% compared to the 2023 PIT count, going from 562 to 879 people. Like other cities in the northern part of Santa Clara County, Mountain View saw an increase in unsheltered homelessness due to more people residing in vehicles, especially in RVs. There was also a slight increase in shelter capacity in Mountain View.
Read the full statement on the City's website.
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Mayor for a Day Essay Contest |
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The 2025 Mayor for a Day essay contest is now open for submissions from Mountain View youth. The essay contest provides an opportunity for youth to learn about local government.
The essay topic is: If you were mayor for a day, what is one problem you would solve?
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Check Out the Latest Edition of The View |
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The Fall/Winter 2025 edition of The View is out and will be in every mailbox in Mountain View this week! Open up the newsletter to find out about:
- How the City is addressing homelessness
- Downtown Mountain View updates
- Being prepared for floods
- Transportation projects
- And much more
The Fall/Winter 2025 edition can also be found online.
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The City of Mountain View has launched the process to shape the future of public art in Mountain View. Building upon the work done by the City’s Visual Arts Committee, this strategy will:
- Establish a long-term vision and goals for public art in Mountain View
- Identify implementation priorities
- Explore funding strategies
- Plan for maintenance and care for artworks
This is a multi-phase project that will culminate in a comprehensive 10-year Public Art Strategy, guiding the future of public art in Mountain View over the next ten years.
To learn how to participate, visit the Public Art Strategy project page.
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Castro Street Curb Ramps Project |
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Starting this week, crews began work on the Castro Street Curb Ramps Project in Downtown Mountain View.
The project will upgrade non-compliant curb ramps and median pathways along Castro Street – from Fairmont Avenue to California Street – to meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards.
Downtown visitors can expect sidewalk closures with pedestrian detours, some vehicle detours, and periodic construction noise. Construction is expected to take approximately five to six weeks to complete. Businesses will remain open throughout the project.
The project is funded by Senate Bill 1 – the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
For project updates and Frequently Asked Questions, visit the Castro Street Curb Ramps Project webpage. |
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Volunteers Needed for City Boards, Commissions, and Committees |
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The City of Mountain View is need of a few good volunteers. Make a difference in the community and be a part of local government by serving on a board, commission, or committee.
Volunteers can apply for any of the following:
- Board of Library Trustees
- Downtown Committee
- Environmental Planning Commission
- Parks and Recreation Commission
- Performing Arts Committee
- Senior Advisory Committee
For more information, visit the Boards, Commissions, and Committees webpage.
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Take the Citywide Garage Sale Survey |
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The City is asking those in the community to take a survey about the 2025 Citywide Garage Sale, which took place on Sept. 13 and 14. The City welcomes everyone—sellers, shoppers, and those unable to attend—to provide feedback through a survey.
Take the survey here.
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Participate in Compassion Week |
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The City of Mountain View is celebrating 2025 Compassion Week from Saturday, Oct. 4, - Sunday, Oct. 12, to help build community, foster connection, and encourage understanding. Projects will focus on the environment, homelessness, immigration, hunger, veterans, and education.
There are numerous volunteer opportunities to choose from, including family-friendly activities, such as:
- Packing meals,
- Assembling hygiene kits,
- Writing cards for veterans,
- Making fleece blankets, and
- Much more.
For more information, and to sign up for a volunteer activity, visit CompassionWeekLosAltos.org.
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Monster Bash Returns in October |
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Hold on to your broomsticks and mark your calendars! The Halloween-themed Monster Bash returns on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
This family-friendly fall festival invites ghosts, goblins, and ghouls of all ages to join the fun. Don your best costumes and enjoy a jam-packed day of exciting activities, including a Treat Trail, spooky games, mesmerizing live performances, a towering stilt walker, the enchanting Lil Ghouls Corral, and a bounce-worthy inflatable zone. Brave souls can enter the Creepy Crawly Ooey Gooey Zone, while thrill-seekers pedal into the fun with the Bike Circus.
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Learn how to build healthy soil and reduce kitchen waste through worm composting at a free workshop for residents.
Saturday, Oct. 4
10 a.m. – Noon
Heritage Park, 771 Rengstorff Ave.
Learn the art and science behind composting from a local Master Composter including:
- Why worms are so good at making compost
- Why composting helps the environment
- How easy and fun it is to create your own worm composting system
Great for families, apartments, town houses, or anyone who produces a lot of food scraps!
For more information and to register, visit ucanr.edu/compost or call 408-918-4640.
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Enjoy Live Music in Downtown Mountain View |
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The last Music on Castro events of the season are taking place through October in Downtown Mountain View. The next two performances are:
Wednesday, Sept. 24
Ted's Acoustic Jams
5:00 - 6:45 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Mr. Jones & Me
5:00 - 6:45 p.m.
For more information, visit Music on Castro.
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Magical Bridge Performance Series |
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Join the City for a fun-filled afternoon of music and entertainment at the Magical Bridge Playground in Rengstorff Park. This family-friendly series, perfect for all ages and abilities, will feature exciting live performances such as magicians, puppeteers, musicians and more!
Sept. 24 and October 1, 9, 15
4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Magical Bridge Playground, Rengstorff Park
201 S. Rengstorff Avenue
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What's OnStage @
Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts
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TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents Little Women from Sept. 24 - Oct. 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.
Sept. 24 – Oct. 12, select dates and times| Little Women | TheatreWorks Silicon Valley | Pragmatic Meg. Fiery Amy. Sweet Beth. And ambitious, complicated, beloved Jo. The four March sisters have been cherished for generations. This classic family story stands the test of time—a jewel of a show that will be beloved by all ages. | Tickets
Oct. 4 and 5| Dos maridos pa' Enriqueta (Two Husbands for Enriqueta) | Teatro Nahual | **Performance in Spanish** | Las mujeres sabias (1672), comedia satírica original de Molière, fue reinventada por Teatro Nahual bajo el título Dos maridos para Enriqueta. A través del humor agudo y la ironía mordaz, la puesta en escena denuncia los peligros del falso intelectualismo y la ilusión de superioridad cultural, al tiempo que defiende una visión más auténtica y equilibrada del conocimiento, la felicidad y la vida en sociedad. | Tickets
Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 5:00 p.m. | Debut and Dialogue: Amrit Kallar's Gilded Spirits | Amrit Kallar | **This is a free, non-ticketed event** | In this fireside chat, learn about the timelessness of a tale about two women, Emily and Meera, from pivotal times in California's history - the Historic Gold Rush and the Roaring 2010s of Technology boom in Silicon Valley. Discover the complexities of burning themes such as mental health, immigration, ambition and upheaval in times of economic disruption.
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Upcoming Events
For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.
Sept. 24 | Magical Bridge Performance Series: Doug the Surfin' Magician with special guest Clownin' Around | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Magical Bridge Playground, Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Sept. 24 | Music on Castro: Ted's Acoustic Jams | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
Oct. 1 | Magical Bridge Performance Series: Soul4Kidz with special guest Hey Balloon Lady | 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. | Magical Bridge Playground, Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Oct. 1 | Music on Castro: Mr. Jones & Me | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street
Oct. 4 | Worm Composting Workshop | 10:00 a.m. - Noon | Heritage Park, 771 Rengstorff Ave.
Oct. 25 | Monster Bash | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street | Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
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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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