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Mountain View public meetings in 2025

218 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 18, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Appeal hearing on rent petitions; new hourly rates for hearing officers

The Rental Housing Committee will hear an appeal of a hearing officer's decision regarding two petitions (C24250042 and C24250043) and consider adopting fixed hourly rates for hearing officers ($300), paralegals ($175), and settlement facilitators ($125) effective January 1, 2026, with an annual COLA. The committee will also vote on amendments to the CSFRA regulations on utility charges. Consent items include approval of the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop absent · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
205789 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop absent · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
205790 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop absent · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
205791 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop absent · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Wed Dec 17, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Environmental Planning Commission meeting cancelled for Dec. 17

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Dec 17, 2025 · 4:15 PM

Senior Advisory Committee

Senior Advisory Committee to discuss subcommittee assignments and senior services

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet to select members for subcommittees focused on transportation, socialization, and loneliness/isolation. Members will also provide updates on communications and the senior center, and review a senior services and resources postcard.

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Senior Center Small Meeting Room, 266 Escuela Avenue
Wed Dec 17, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Mountain View Performing Arts Committee meeting canceled

The City of Mountain View canceled the Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for December 17, 2025. The next meeting is set for January 21, 2026.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Dec 16, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Public hearing on Housing Element Program 1.1(g) zoning amendments

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Housing Element Program 1.1(g), which proposes zoning and general plan amendments for properties on Leong Drive, Miramonte Avenue, Calderon Avenue, Grant Road, and others to implement housing element goals. The consent calendar includes a revised hourly salary plan to comply with minimum wage, an emergency water intertie agreement with California Water Service Company, and a budget amendment appropriating $295,000 for Super Bowl and World Cup activations plus a $30,000 grant to the Chamber of Commerce. A study session will discuss a low- and middle-income homeownership strategy.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205535 — adopted as amended
5 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks nay · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos nay · Ellen Kamei yea
205245 — adopted as amended
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
approved
5 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Dec 11, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting canceled

The meeting scheduled for December 11, 2025, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 28, 2026.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Dec 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Urban Forestry Board to deny two heritage tree removal appeals

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will meet to approve minutes from November 17, 2025, and consider two appeals regarding the removal of heritage trees. The board is set to adopt resolutions to deny the removal of trees at 3440 Truman Avenue and 2415 Benjamin Drive.

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✓ Decided: Commission denied two heritage‑tree removal appeals

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board adopted resolutions denying the appeals to remove heritage trees at 3440 Truman Avenue and 2415 Benjamin Drive. Both resolutions were approved unanimously by the four members present. The staff’s original decision to protect the trees was upheld.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205776 — approved
4 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea
205775 — approved
4 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea
205774 — approved
4 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea
Wed Dec 10, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Committee to review Lot 12 public art plan and appoint subcommittee

The Visual Arts Committee will discuss the Lot 12 Public Art Plan and consider appointing an ad hoc subcommittee. They will also receive updates on Capital Improvement Program public art projects. Procedural items include approving minutes from the November meeting and hearing public comment.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Dec 10, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Hearing on three-story commercial building at 705 W. Dana Street and dog daycare at 261 Moffett Blvd

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two permit requests. First, a two-year extension for a previously approved Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit to construct a three-story commercial building with ground-floor restaurant and upper-floor office, including one level of underground parking and removal of a heritage tree at 705 W. Dana Street. Second, a Conditional Use Permit for a dog daycare with overnight boarding and minor building modifications at 261 Moffett Boulevard.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council

City Council to settle lawsuits and update tenant relocation rules

The City Council will consider settling two lawsuits for a combined $675,000 and is set to introduce a new ordinance regarding tenant relocation assistance. The body will also discuss updates to historic preservation rules and approve a traffic signal project.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205321 — voted
12 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea · Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee holds work session with subcommittee breakouts

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to approve November 10 meeting minutes and then break into subcommittees to advance their work plan items. No other business or public hearings are scheduled.

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The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205701 — approved
15 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi yea · Meital Zayats yea
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to approve 2026 meeting dates and accept donations

The Board of Library Trustees will review and approve the calendar for 2026 and accept monetary donations. The meeting will also include a report from the Library Director.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the 2026 meeting schedule

The trustees approved the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes with a name correction, voting unanimously. They accepted library donations totaling $2,208 from four donors. The board also adopted the scheduled meeting dates for calendar year 2026, again with a unanimous vote. No members of the public spoke during the meeting.

Library Program Room and Video Conference 585 Franklin St. 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205759 — approved
5 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
205762 — approved
5 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
Thu Dec 4, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Human Relations Committee to approve minutes and receive updates

The Human Relations Committee will approve minutes from a previous meeting and receive an oral update from the Civic Participation Ad Hoc Committee. The body will also receive a presentation on the Rapid Response Network in Santa Clara County.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Dec 3, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Commission to approve 2026 Environmental Planning meeting calendar

The Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission will consider approval of the meeting minutes from February through November 2025. Commissioners will also review and vote on the draft calendar for the 2026 Environmental Planning Commission meetings. The agenda includes a public comment period for residents to address any topic not on the agenda.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MINUTES APPROVAL — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
205717 — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
Tue Dec 2, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee to hear Throne Labs restrooms, adopt 2026 calendar

The Downtown Committee will consider approving the October 7, 2025 meeting minutes, receive a presentation on Throne Labs accessible public restrooms (recently installed at Sunnyvale and Redwood City Caltrain stations), and vote to adopt the 2026 meeting calendar. Staff will also provide updates on downtown development projects and current activities on Castro Street.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Dec 2, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Committee to recommend design for Transit Center grade separation interim improvements

The committee will recommend City Council approve design concepts for two projects: the Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project interim improvements at Castro and Evelyn streets, and the Interim Pedestrian Mall Improvements at Dana and Villa intersections. Consent items include approving meeting minutes, the 2026 meeting schedule, and receiving the Safe Routes to School final report for FY 2024-25.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommended City Council approve design concept for Transit Center Grade Separation project

The Transportation Committee approved its consent calendar, meeting minutes, and the 2026 meeting schedule, and received the FY 2024‑25 Safe Routes to School report. It then recommended the City Council approve design concepts for the Transit Center Grade Separation (Castro & Evelyn) and the Interim Pedestrian Mall (Dana & Villa) projects, each with specific amendments. All motions passed unanimously.

Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT — approved on the Consent Calendar
3 yea
Alison Hicks yea · Ellen Kamei yea · John McAlister yea
204732 — approved as amended
3 yea
Alison Hicks yea · Ellen Kamei yea · John McAlister yea
205498 — approved as amended
3 yea
Alison Hicks yea · Ellen Kamei yea · John McAlister yea
Thu Nov 20, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Committee to adopt anti-retaliation and harassment regulations

The Rental Housing Committee will consider adopting new regulations to protect tenants from retaliation and harassment under the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The meeting will also include the approval of meeting minutes and a review of financial expenditures for the current fiscal year.

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✓ Decided: Committee adopts anti‑retaliation and anti‑harassment rent regulations

The Rental Housing Committee approved the consent calendar, accepted the tentative appeal decision, and adopted new anti‑retaliation and anti‑harassment regulations that amend the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. Each motion was carried with votes from Vice Chair Cox, Member Hislop, Member Keating, Chair Ma, and Member Brown. The meeting was adjourned to be reconvened on December 18, 2025.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Estrella Lucero, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Rent Stabilization Manager van Deursen presented a report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: Anil Babbar — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Thu Nov 20, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Tennis Advisory Committee

Tennis Advisory Board to review court rules sign design and 2026 work plan

The Tennis Advisory Board will approve minutes from February 2025, review a draft design for tennis court rules signs, and discuss the 2026 meeting schedule and member recruitment.

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✓ Decided: Tennis Advisory Committee approved the Feb. 20, 2025 minutes

The committee approved the February 20, 2025 meeting minutes with three members voting yes. The meeting included a design review of tennis court rules, a tentative 2026 schedule and work‑plan discussion, and a member‑recruitment update. Staff reported a new Parks Project Coordinator starting in December and gave a brief on the Pickleball Feasibility Study. The meeting was adjourned at 8:16 p.m.

Mountain View Community Center - Willow Room 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205712 — approved
3 yea · 1 present
Helen Carrol yea · Jeremy Chen yea · Myrna Irigon present · Nicholas Wong yea
Wed Nov 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Environmental Planning Commission meeting cancelled

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2025.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Nov 19, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Upstage Theater season review, 35th anniversary ad hoc, proclamation switch

The Performing Arts Committee will hear a summary of Upstage Theater's 2024-25 season (no action taken). They will vote on 2026 meeting dates, form an ad hoc committee for the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts' 35th anniversary event, and approve replacing the National Arts & Humanities Month proclamation with 'Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month in California' in April to be presented to the City Council.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves 2026 meeting dates, forms event ad hoc group, updates proclamation

The committee approved the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting. It adopted the 2026 meeting calendar, changing the February 19 meeting to a special meeting on February 25, 2026. An ad hoc committee was created to support the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts' 35th Anniversary event, with Vice Chair Donahue and Member Bhardwaj joining. The committee also approved replacing the "National Arts & Humanities Month" proclamation with "Arts, Culture, & Creativity Month in California" and directed staff to present it to the City Council.

Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205666 — approved
4 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
205668 — approved
4 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
205669 — approved
4 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
205670 — approved
4 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
Tue Nov 18, 2025 · 5:15 PM

City Council

Mountain View Council to consider rezoning and grade separation cost cuts

The Mountain View City Council will meet to consider a mixed-use development at 749 West El Camino Real, a residential project at 901-987 North Rengstorff Avenue, and cost-reduction measures for the Rengstorff Avenue Grade Separation. The meeting will also include proclamations and consent calendar items.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204368 — approved as amended
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks nay · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
205533 — adopted
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
voted
5 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Commission to approve minutes and review draft recreation plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will consider approval of the October 29, 2025 and November 12, 2025 meeting minutes. They will also review the draft Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan and solicit feedback. The agenda includes a public oral communications segment for non‑agenda items. No other actions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved prior minutes and reviewed draft park plan

The commission approved the October 29, 2025 minutes. It also approved the November 12, 2025 minutes. The board reviewed the draft Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan and gave feedback. No other actions were taken.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205695 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 5:00 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Committee reviews Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project design

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss interim improvements for the Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project at Castro and Evelyn. The body will also receive updates on the city's Vision Zero Action Plan and review the FY 2025-26 Work Plan.

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✓ Decided: Committee requests CTC to retain both pedestrian crossings at Castro & Evelyn

The committee approved the August 27, 2025 meeting minutes with an amendment (4‑0‑0). It accepted the Vision Zero Action Plan/Local Road Safety Plan for 2025‑26 (4‑0‑0) and approved the BPAC Fiscal Year 2025‑26 work plan via the consent calendar (4‑0‑0). A motion (3‑0‑0) was passed asking the Caltrain Transit Center to convey the community’s desire to keep both pedestrian crossings at the Castro and Evelyn intersection.

Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea
Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205576 — approved as amended
4 yea
Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205680 — approved as amended
4 yea
Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205683 — recommended for approval
3 yea · 1 abstain
Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul abstain · Terry Barton yea
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Appointments Review Committee

Committee will interview applicants and recommend appointments for open commissions

The Council Appointments Review Committee will approve the minutes from its October 27, 2025 meeting. It will then interview applicants for open commission and committee positions and forward recommendations to the City Council for appointments on December 16, 2025. No other actions are scheduled.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Commission to consider environmental clearance for Sailing Lake Habitat Island restoration

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will review three project proposals. They will recommend approval of environmental clearance, permitting, and plans for the Sailing Lake Habitat Island restoration (Project 23-44). They will comment on the conceptual design for a recycled water reservoir and pump station at Charleston Park (Project 23-40). They will consider a tree‑mitigation plan for solar arrays at the Senior Center, Mountain View Sports Pavilion and Whisman Sports Center (Project 24-48).

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✓ Decided: Commission approved habitat island restoration and tree‑mitigation recommendations

The commission voted to recommend approval of environmental clearance, permitting, and plans for the Sailing Lake Habitat Island restoration (Alternative 2 and Barrier Improvement C) with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. It also voted to forward a recommendation to the City Council to approve mitigation of one heritage tree at the Senior Center site with a 2:1 replacement ratio, also unanimously approved. No other actions were taken.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205628 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
205647 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Committee will consider authorizing a call for artist exhibitions

The Visual Arts Committee will approve the minutes from its June 11, 2025 meeting. It will receive updates on Capital Improvement Program public art projects and on the draft Public Art Strategy. New business includes authorizing a call for artist exhibitions at the Mountain View Center for Performing Arts and approving the 2026 meeting calendar.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

City to consider Conditional Use Permit for The Church at 165 E. Dana St.

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit request for The Church in Mountain View at 165 E. Dana Street. The project seeks to use an existing 7,546‑sq‑ft building on a 0.93‑acre site in the General Industrial (MM) zoning district for bible study groups. After public comment, the Administrator may conditionally approve, continue, take under advisement, or deny the request.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Nov 10, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to provide input on tobacco and e-cigarette regulations

The Youth Advisory Committee will provide feedback to the Police Chief regarding the Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Regulations and Restrictions ordinance. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Human Relations Committee and subcommittee work sessions.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approved October 27 meeting minutes

The committee voted 14‑0‑1 to approve the minutes from the October 27 meeting. No other actions or decisions were taken during the session.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205671 — approved
14 yea
Katie Byon yea · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi yea · Meital Zayats yea
Thu Nov 6, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Council Neighborhoods Committee

Committee to review 2025-26 Neighborhood Grant Program awards

The Council Neighborhoods Committee will consider approving minutes from April and May 2025 meetings and review the 2025 Council Neighborhoods Committee Program and the FY 2025-26 Neighborhood Grant Program, including a list of grant recipients and award amounts. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Thu Nov 6, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Human Relations Committee to receive presentation on Community for All immigrant programs

The committee will approve minutes from the September 4, 2025 meeting. It will also receive an oral update from the Civic Participation Ad Hoc Committee and an informational presentation on Community for All programs supporting immigrants. No action is scheduled on these substantive items.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Nov 5, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Commission to consider zoning and general plan amendments for housing program

The Environmental Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss implementing Housing Element Program 1.1(g). The body may recommend that the City Council adopt amendments to the General Plan, City Code zoning, and several precise plans to change land use designations.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MINUTES APPROVAL — voted
6 yea · 1 absent
Bill Cranston yea · Alex Nunez yea · Paul Donahue yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez absent · Hank Dempsey yea
205203 — approved as amended
6 yea · 1 absent
Bill Cranston yea · Alex Nunez yea · Paul Donahue yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey absent
Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Mountain View Transportation Committee meeting canceled

The Council Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025, has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider $75M bond for affordable housing at 424 Bryant Street

The City Council will decide on issuing up to $75 million in tax-exempt bonds to finance affordable housing at 424 Bryant Street (Lot 12). In closed session, the council will negotiate lease terms for City Lots 4 and 8 with The Robert Green Company. A public hearing will certify the environmental impact report for the new Public Safety Building, and the council will review proposed amendments to the Below Market Rate Housing Program.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205474 — adopted
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee meeting for November 4, 2025, is canceled

The Downtown Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025.

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Tue Nov 4, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Council Youth Services Committee

Committee considers Youth Advisory Committee Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26

The Council Youth Services Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve the Youth Advisory Committee Work Plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The committee will also review minutes from the September 29th meeting.

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City Clerk Conference Room, 500 Castro St.
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205643 — approved
3 yea
Chris Clark yea · Ellen Kamei yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea
205644 — approved
3 yea
Chris Clark yea · Ellen Kamei yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea
Wed Oct 29, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Appeal to remove 8 heritage trees at 151 Calderon Ave

The joint Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will decide on an appeal of staff's decision to allow removal of eight heritage trees at 151 Calderon Avenue. They will also approve the 2026 meeting schedule and the October 8, 2025 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved amended Heritage Tree removal resolution

The commission unanimously approved the October 8, 2025 minutes. It approved an amended resolution on the Heritage Tree removal application for 151 Calderon Avenue, changing language in paragraphs five and six. It also approved the 2026 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting schedule, updating the November meeting to November 4, 2026.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205625 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
205624 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
205560 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
Wed Oct 29, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

TheatreWorks Silicon Valley to present 2024-25 season summary

The Performing Arts Committee will hold a special meeting to receive informational updates only. TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will summarize its 2024-25 season efforts. The Performing Arts Manager will present the first quarter impact report for the 2025-26 season. No action is recommended on either item.

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✓ Decided: Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. All four members voted yes. No other actions or decisions were taken during the meeting.

Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205629 — approved
4 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
Wed Oct 29, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting canceled

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 29, 2025, is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Oct 28, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council

City Council to approve zoning updates and waste station funding

The Mountain View City Council will consider amending zoning codes for development applications and approve a $4 million payment to the City of Sunnyvale for a waste transfer station. The meeting also includes public hearings on business improvement area assessments and a proposed tenant relocation assistance ordinance.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205104 — approved as amended
5 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
voted
5 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to give input on tobacco and e‑cigarette ordinance

The committee will hear a presentation from the City’s Economic Development staff. Members will provide feedback to the Police Chief on the Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Regulations and Restrictions ordinance. The Chair will assign subcommittees and hold breakout sessions for initial planning. A "Shark Tank" workshop will be held for members to propose programs and improvements for the View Teen Center.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved October 13 meeting minutes

The Youth Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the October 13 meeting with nine votes in favor and six members excused. The committee received a presentation from the Community Development Department and feedback on the Public Art Strategy. Discussion of the Tobacco and Electronic Cigarette Regulations and Restrictions Ordinance was postponed to the November 10 meeting. Members were assigned to four subcommittees and began planning their goals.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205614 — approved
9 yea · 6 present
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon present · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma present · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan present · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh present · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan present · Kavya Wazhi present · Meital Zayats yea
Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Appointments Review Committee

Interviews for board, commission, committee openings; recommendations to Council

The Council Appointments Review Committee will interview applicants for various board, commission, and committee openings. The Committee will make recommendations to the City Council for appointment at its December 16, 2025 meeting.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Thu Oct 23, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Committee will consider appeal decisions for petitions C24250036 and C24250037

The Mountain View Rental Housing Committee will approve minutes from its September 25 and October 4, 2025 meetings. It will then consider the Tentative Appeal Decision for petitions C24250036 and C24250037, with the option to accept or modify it. The committee will also review draft tenant anti‑retaliation and anti‑harassment regulations for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. Public members may address the committee for up to three minutes per item.

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✓ Decided: RHC approved anti‑harassment measures and accepted appeal decision

The Rental Housing Committee approved the consent calendar and accepted the tentative appeal decision in its entirety. Committee members voted 5‑1 to move forward with developing anti‑harassment regulations and to create a tenant harassment‑complaint process. No public comments were received during the meeting.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
5 yea
Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Nazanin Salehi, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Wed Oct 22, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Planned Community Permit for 140-unit mixed-use building at 881 Castro

The Zoning Administrator will conduct a joint public hearing on a Planned Community Permit and other approvals for an eight-story mixed-use development at 881 Castro Street, with 140 condominium units, 9,743 square feet of commercial space, and removal of seven heritage trees. A second public hearing will consider a Conditional Use Permit for an R&D office at 1025 Terra Bella Avenue. Both items include recommendations for CEQA categorical exemptions.

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✓ Decided: Two projects conditionally approved at Mountain View zoning hearing

The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved the vesting tentative map for 881 Castro Street after a 3‑0 vote. The Administrator also conditionally approved the application for 1025 Terra Bella Avenue (Peregrine Hydrogren Inc.). No members of the public spoke on either item.

Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Oct 21, 2025 · 6:00 PM

City Council

City Council interviews Environmental Planning Commission applicants

The Mountain View City Council will hold a study session to interview applicants for the Environmental Planning Commission. Council members will consider these applicants and make a recommendation for appointment at the December 9, 2025 City Council meeting. The session also includes routine agenda items such as call to order and public comment.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205460 — approved
6 yea · 1 absent
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister absent · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to hear Friends of the Library presentation and director's report

The Board of Library Trustees will hold a routine meeting to approve minutes from September 15, 2025, hear a presentation from the Friends of the Mountain View Library, and discuss the Library Director's report. No major decisions or new business items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approved September 15, 2025 Library Board minutes

The Board of Library Trustees approved the minutes from the September 15, 2025 meeting. All four members present voted yes and the motion carried. No other actions or decisions were taken at this meeting.

Library Program Room and Video Conference 585 Franklin St. 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205571 — approved
4 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea
Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Mixed-use project at 749 W El Camino Real with 299 units, SEIR certification recommended

The Environmental Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a mixed-use project at 749 West El Camino Real, recommending city council certification of a Supplemental Environmental Impact Report and approval of a Planned Community Permit for 299 rental units, ground-floor commercial space, and removal of 28 heritage trees. The commission will also review a draft Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan and provide feedback.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MINUTES APPROVAL — voted
6 yea · 1 abstain
Bill Cranston yea · Alex Nunez yea · Paul Donahue yea · Tina Pham abstain · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
204443 — approved
6 yea · 1 abstain
Bill Cranston abstain · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Performing Arts Committee meeting on Oct 15, 2025 is canceled

The Mountain View Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 15, 2025 has been canceled. No agenda items were considered at this meeting. The committee will reconvene on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 5:30 PM

City Council

City Council to adjust funding for affordable housing projects

The City Council and Shoreline Regional Park Community will meet to decide on funding modifications for affordable housing and infrastructure projects. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a historic residence and zoning code amendments.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205144 — approved as amended
4 yea · 3 nay
Chris Clark nay · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 13, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to adopt 2025-26 work plan

The Youth Advisory Committee will consider adopting the 2025-26 work plan and review feedback from the Teen Wellness Retreat. The committee will also hear a presentation from the city's Sustainability Division and participate in a team builder activity. Public comment is invited on non-agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee adopted the 2025‑26 Work Plan

The committee approved the September 29 meeting minutes with a 12‑0‑3 vote. It then adopted the 2025‑26 Work Plan, incorporating changes made during the meeting, also by a 12‑0‑3 vote. No members of the public presented oral comments. The meeting included a sustainability division presentation and a team‑building activity.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205591 — approved
12 yea · 2 present
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano present · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan present · Kavya Wazhi yea · Meital Zayats yea
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Commission to review draft Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will review a draft Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan and provide feedback. No other substantive decisions are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved September 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board approved the September 10, 2025 minutes. The vote was four in favor and one abstention. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205557 — approved
4 yea · 1 abstain
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner abstain · Jonathan Davis yea
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

The Visual Arts Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, 2025, was canceled because a quorum was not present. The committee will reconvene at its next meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Interpretation services in Spanish and Chinese are available upon request for future meetings.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Oct 8, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Public hearing on permit for video production studio and mezzanine at 89 Pioneer Way

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit and Development Review Permit for a video production and educational toy design studio at 89 Pioneer Way. The proposal includes adding a 1,053-square-foot mezzanine inside an existing industrial building and minor site modifications. The project is located in the MM (General Industrial) Zoning District and is recommended for a categorical exemption under CEQA.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Oct 7, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee to discuss Super Bowl/World Cup 2026 activations

The Downtown Committee will hear updates on downtown development projects and Castro Street activities. New business includes discussion of business engagement and activations for the 2026 Super Bowl and World Cup, a report on the 2025 Art and Wine Festival, and input on the 2026 committee calendar. The meeting will also approve minutes from September 2, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Sat Oct 4, 2025 · 10:00 AM

Rental Housing Committee

Rental Housing Committee holds team-building retreat

This is a special meeting of the Rental Housing Committee for a facilitated team-building retreat. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are scheduled. The session focuses on improving communication, collaboration, and clarifying roles.

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✓ Decided: Rental Housing Committee held a team-building retreat, no decisions taken

The special meeting was a facilitated team‑building retreat for the Rental Housing Committee. No public comments were received and no policy or budget items were voted on. The meeting was adjourned to the next regular session on October 23, 2025.

Michaels at Shoreline - 2960 N. Shoreline Blvd
Wed Oct 1, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Commission will review historic preservation ordinance and register updates

The Environmental Planning Commission will approve the meeting minutes from December 4, 2024. It will then review the draft historic preservation ordinance and related updates to the Mountain View Register of Historic Resources. The commission will provide a recommendation to the City Council on criteria, eligibility lists, and process changes for historic resources.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MINUTES APPROVAL — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea · Hank Dempsey yea
204425 — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Alex Nunez yea · Paul Donahue yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea · Hank Dempsey yea
Tue Sep 30, 2025 · 9:00 AM

Council Policy and Procedures Committee

Committee to discuss amending reconsideration policy A-13

The CPPC will discuss and provide direction on potential amendments to Section 11 of Council Policy A-13, which governs motions for reconsideration. They will also receive an update on anticipated agenda topics for Fiscal Year 2025-26. Additionally, the committee will consider approving minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Sep 29, 2025 · 5:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Committee to adopt 2025-26 work plan

The Youth Advisory Committee will review and vote on the final draft of its 2025-26 work plan. Members will also analyze feedback from a recent Teen Wellness Retreat to propose improvements for future events.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approves prior minutes but does not adopt new work plan

The committee approved the September 15 meeting minutes with unanimous support (12 members voted yes, 2 were excused). The draft 2025‑26 work plan was reviewed but was not approved at this meeting. No oral comments from the public were received. The meeting adjourned at 6:11 p.m.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205543 — approved
12 yea · 2 present
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon present · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh present · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi yea · Meital Zayats yea
Mon Sep 29, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Council Youth Services Committee

Youth Services Committee will review teen wellness retreat and discuss government role

The Council Youth Services Committee will hear a Teen Wellness Review, where the Youth Advisory Committee presents its review of the Teen Wellness Retreat. The Committee will also hold a presentation and discussion with the Youth Advisory Committee about the role of local government. No formal actions are scheduled; the meeting is for review and discussion.

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✓ Decided: No decisions were made at the Youth Services Committee meeting

The committee reviewed the Teen Wellness Retreat and received a presentation on City Council duties. No motions were introduced, and no votes were taken. The meeting adjourned at 5:23 p.m.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
Thu Sep 25, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Rental Housing Committee gets annual update on rent stabilization petitions

The Rental Housing Committee will receive the annual update on petitions related to the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. No formal action is expected on this informational item. The committee will also approve minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting and discuss future agenda items including anti-harassment policies.

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✓ Decided: Rental Housing Committee approved the consent calendar

The committee approved the consent calendar for the meeting. No other substantive actions or votes were taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Wed Sep 24, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

BPAC September 2025 meeting canceled

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 24, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 29, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Sep 24, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Zoning Administrator will decide permit modification for church at 935 Sierra Vista Ave.

The Zoning Administrator will consider two development applications: a Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit for 312 Castro Street, and a Conditional Use Permit modification for a church at 935 Sierra Vista Avenue, which includes a parking reduction request. Public comments will be heard before any action is taken. The Administrator may conditionally approve, deny, continue, or take the projects under advisement.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Sep 23, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to vote on 47-unit condominium at 266-272 Tyrella Ave with density bonus

The City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed 47-unit residential condominium development at 266-272 Tyrella Avenue, which includes a State Density Bonus and removal of eight heritage trees. The consent calendar includes various administrative items such as a contract for EV charging infrastructure at 1000 Villa Street for $48,153, funding transfers for the Magical Bridge playground and Rengstorff Park projects, and the creation of a 2026 Revenue Measure Ad Hoc Sub-Committee. The council will also receive a report on the Downtown Business Improvement Area annual assessment levy.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204404 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 6 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Sep 17, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

EPC to recommend council adopt tenant relocation assistance ordinance amendments

The Environmental Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending two ordinance amendments to the City Council: one updating the Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance (Housing Element Program 3.2) and another updating zoning review procedures for private development applications with legislative amendments (Gatekeeper Process). A planned mixed-use development at 749 W. El Camino Real is continued to October 15 and will not be heard at this meeting.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204443 — approved
5 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea
205105 — approved
5 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea
205146 — approved
5 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea
Wed Sep 17, 2025 · 4:15 PM

Senior Advisory Committee

Senior Advisory Committee to select subcommittee assignments for work plan

The Senior Advisory Committee will review and approve the minutes from its July 16, 2025 meeting and then select subcommittee assignments for its work plan. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved prior minutes and assigned subcommittees

The Senior Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. Members were assigned to two subcommittees: the Senior Center Subcommittee (Nwokidu and Magana) and the Communications Subcommittee (Ogonowsky and Castillo). The committee also directed Chair Hui and Member Magana to create a postcard for an outreach campaign.

Senior Center Small Meeting Room, 266 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205507 — approved
4 yea
Cassandra Magana yea · Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea · Deeann Hui yea
Wed Sep 17, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Committee to review Peninsula Youth Theatre and quarterly impact reports

The Performing Arts Committee will review the Peninsula Youth Theatre's 2024-25 season efforts and receive a quarterly impact report. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a public comment period.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved August 22 and 28, 2025 meeting minutes

The Performing Arts Committee approved the minutes from the August 22 and August 28, 2025 meetings. All four members present voted yes. No other actions or decisions were taken during the September 17, 2025 meeting.

Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205503 — approved
4 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
Tue Sep 16, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

City Council holds closed session to discuss labor negotiations and employee evaluations.

The Mountain View City Council will convene a special meeting starting at 5:00 p.m. to conduct a closed session. The agenda includes discussions with labor negotiators and the performance evaluation of the City Attorney, City Clerk, and City Manager. The meeting will be held in person at Council Chambers and via video conference.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to review library performance measures and year in review

The Board of Library Trustees will review the FY 2024-25 Library Performance Measures and the Library Year in Review. No major decisions or votes are expected; the agenda consists primarily of review items, routine approvals, and staff reports.

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✓ Decided: Board approved August 18, 2025 Library Board minutes

The Board of Library Trustees unanimously approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. No other actions or decisions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

Library Program Room and Video Conference 585 Franklin St. 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MINUTES APPROVAL — approved
5 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to hear rent stabilization update, elect officers

The Youth Advisory Committee will receive a presentation from the City's Rent Stabilization Division on the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. They will also vote on a proposal for "Member Spotlights" at future meetings, review the 2025-26 work plan, and elect leadership positions (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary) for the coming year.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approves 2025‑26 leadership lineup

The committee approved the September 2 meeting minutes with a 12‑3‑0 vote. It also approved the implementation of “Member Spotlights” at future meetings, again 12‑3‑0. Finally, the committee elected Shahana Rajasekaran as Chair, Sophia Lew as Vice Chair, and Meital Zayats as Secretary, with a 12‑3‑0 vote.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205509 — approved
12 yea · 3 present
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma present · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan present · Kavya Wazhi present · Meital Zayats yea
205514 — approved
12 yea · 3 present
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma present · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan present · Kavya Wazhi present · Meital Zayats yea
205511 — approved
12 yea · 3 present
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma present · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan present · Kavya Wazhi present · Meital Zayats yea
Thu Sep 11, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Neighborhoods Committee

Council Neighborhoods Committee special meeting, no substantive items

This is a special meeting of the Council Neighborhoods Committee with only procedural items: call to order, roll call, public forum, and adjournment. No decisions or discussions on specific topics are listed on the agenda.

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SPRINGER/CUESTA/PHYLLIS AREA - Benjamin Bubb Elementary School, 525 Hans Ave., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Urban Forestry Board to decide on heritage tree removal appeal at 1119 Solana Drive

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will consider an appeal of staff's decision to deny removal of one heritage tree at 1119 Solana Drive. The board is recommended to deny the appeal and uphold staff's decision. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from June 25 and August 28, 2025, and public oral communications.

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✓ Decided: Heritage tree appeal at 1119 Solana Drive denied

The commission approved the June 25, 2025 and August 28, 2025 meeting minutes. Vice Chair Mitchner recused himself from the heritage‑tree appeal due to a conflict. The board adopted a resolution denying the appeal and upholding staff’s decision to keep the heritage tree at 1119 Solana Drive.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205499 — approved
10 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea · Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

The September 10, 2025, Visual Arts Committee meeting was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No business was conducted. The next scheduled meeting is October 8, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Sep 10, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

LinkedIn office project extension and El Camino Hospital expansion up for hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two development proposals. First, a request to extend the development agreement term by five years for Phase 2 of a 429,491-square-foot office project at 700-800 East Middlefield Road and 1101 Maude Avenue, linked to LinkedIn Corporation. Second, a request for permits to build a 42,839-square-foot three-story addition (Wing J) to El Camino Hospital at 2500 Grant Road, along with site modifications including two new courtyards.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Sep 9, 2025 · 5:30 PM

City Council

Council to consider $14.8M boathouse expansion, new building codes

The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss pending litigation (Whisman Action Committee v. City). In open session, the council will vote on a consent calendar that includes second reading of ordinances adopting the 2025 building codes, establishment of a Tennis Advisory Committee, and temporary closure of Parking Lot 12 for a farmers market. Notable actions include approving a $14.8 million Shoreline Boathouse expansion and a $6.5 million irrigation pump station upgrade.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205138 — adopted as amended
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Chris Clark nay · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister absent · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
205354 — approved
4 yea · 2 nay · 1 absent
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister absent · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos nay · Ellen Kamei yea
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5 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Sep 4, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Committee will adopt new Human Relations Committee bylaws

The Human Relations Committee will approve the minutes from the July 17, 2025 special meeting. It will receive an oral update from the Civic Participation Ad Hoc Committee, with no action required. The committee will adopt draft bylaws for the Human Relations Committee. It will review the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Work Plan and discuss appointments to ad hoc committees, with no formal action taken.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Sep 3, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission meeting canceled

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 3, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 17, 2025.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Committee to review Miramonte Avenue Complete Streets Study

The Council Transportation Committee will review a preferred concept plan for the Miramonte Avenue Complete Streets Study and approve preliminary designs for the El Monte Corridor Improvements. The committee will also consider cost-reduction measures for the Rengstorff Avenue Grade Separation Project.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved cost‑reduction measures for Rengstorff Avenue Grade Separation

The Transportation Committee approved staff recommendations for cost‑reduction measures on the Rengstorff Avenue Grade Separation Project (2-1). It also approved the staff recommendation to review and recommend the Miramonte Avenue Complete Streets concept to the City Council (2-0) and approved the preliminary design for the El Monte Corridor Improvements, directing staff to move to final design (2-1). The meeting minutes from April 1, 2025 were approved unanimously.

Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204723 — approved
2 yea · 1 nay
Alison Hicks yea · Ellen Kamei yea · John McAlister nay
205379 — approved
2 yea · 1 nay
Alison Hicks yea · Ellen Kamei yea · John McAlister nay
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee to review Business Improvement Area renewal

The Downtown Committee will consider approving minutes from June 3, 2025, and receive updates on downtown development projects and Castro Street activities. The main item is an overview of the annual Downtown Business Improvement Area (BIA) renewal process, including a map and annual report from the Downtown Business Association. An ad hoc committee will also report on joint projects with the Visual Arts and Performing Arts Committees.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Committee will vote to approve the August 18 meeting minutes

The Youth Advisory Committee will consider and vote on the August 18 meeting minutes. Public members may address the committee for up to three minutes on any agenda item. New business includes a team‑building activity, a presentation on the Brown Act and Rosenberg’s Rules of Order, a brainstorming session for the 2025‑26 work plan, and an update on the 2025 Teen Wellness Retreat with volunteer sign‑ups.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approved August 18 meeting minutes

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the August 18 meeting. All 11 members present voted yes, with four members excused. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205458 — approved
11 yea · 4 present
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon present · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma present · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh present · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi present · Meital Zayats yea
Thu Aug 28, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Committee will adopt amendments to rent stabilization regulations

The Rental Housing Committee will approve minutes from its July 24, 2025 meeting and receive financial expenditure overviews for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance for FY 2024-25. It will also receive the Rent Stabilization Division activity report for FY 2024-25 and an update on the one‑time utility adjustment petition process. The Committee will adopt proposed amendments to the CSFRA regulations (Chapters 1‑3) and to the MHRSO regulations (Chapters 1‑2).

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✓ Decided: Rental Housing Committee adopts amendments to rent‑stabilization regulations

The committee approved amendments to the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act (CSFRA) Regulations covering Chapter 1 (Purpose), Chapter 2 (Definitions), and Chapter 3 (Code of Conduct). It also approved amendments to the Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance (MHRSO) Regulations for Chapter 1 (Purpose) and Chapter 2 (Definitions). Both motions were carried as recorded in the minutes.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Senior Management Analyst Black presented a report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
10 yea · 2 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Thu Aug 28, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Workshop on best practices for commission/staff working relationships

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board are holding a special workshop to review and discuss best practices for effective working relationships between commissioners and staff. The discussion may identify strategies to strengthen these relationships and improve performance. No formal decisions are expected; the meeting is focused on discussion and training.

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✓ Decided: Commission held workshop on staff relations, no actions taken

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board met for a special workshop. Commissioners and staff discussed best practices for commission‑staff working relationships. No formal decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Sycamore Room, 2073 Crisanto Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
Thu Aug 28, 2025 · 7:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Performing Arts Committee to approve Resident Company Annual Presentation questions

The Mountain View Performing Arts Committee will consider the Resident Company Annual Presentation questions and vote on the recommendation to approve them. No other agenda items require a decision. The meeting also includes a public comment period for non‑agenda matters and routine committee announcements.

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✓ Decided: Performing Arts Committee approved resident company presentation questions

The Performing Arts Committee approved the resident company annual presentation questions with minor clerical corrections. Staff was directed to inform resident companies to provide their answers in a written format of their choice. The vote was unanimous, with three members voting yes.

Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205482 — approved
3 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea
Wed Aug 27, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

BPAC to review and recommend Miramonte Avenue Complete Streets plan

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will approve the June 25, 2025 meeting minutes and accept the FY 2025‑26 work plan. It will receive an Active Transportation Collision Report from the Police Department. The committee will review the Miramonte Avenue Complete Streets Study (Project 23‑31) and recommend the preferred concept plan to the Council Transportation Committee.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205448 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 abstain
Serge Bonte abstain · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205453 — approved
5 yea
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
Wed Aug 27, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Zoning Administrator to review mixed-use and office developments

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings to consider permit requests for three different project sites. These include a new residential mixed-use building and extensions or modifications for existing office campuses.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Aug 26, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to adopt 2025 Building Codes Update including energy code

The City Council will hold a public hearing on introducing four ordinances to adopt the 2025 Building Codes Update, including new floodplain management, property maintenance, hazardous materials, and building standards with local amendments. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss existing litigation and performance evaluations for city attorney, clerk, and manager.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205068 — voted
7 yea
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
Fri Aug 22, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Performing Arts Committee to review FY2025-26 work plan

The Performing Arts Committee will meet to review and approve the draft work plan for fiscal year 2025-26. The body will also approve questions for Resident Company annual presentations and receive an overview of the MVCPA rental process.

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✓ Decided: Committee denied approval of resident company presentation questions

The Performing Arts Committee approved the June 18, 2025 minutes and the FY2025-26 work plan draft. It denied the motion to approve the resident company annual presentation questions and instructed staff to revise them and schedule a special meeting. No action was taken on the MVCPA rental process overview.

Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205423 — approved
7 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea · Antara Bhardwaj yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
205421 — approved
7 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea · Antara Bhardwaj yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
205424 — approved
7 nay
Antara Bhardwaj nay · Valerie Fenwick nay · Carol Donahue nay · David Garcia nay · Antara Bhardwaj nay · Carol Donahue nay · David Garcia nay
Thu Aug 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Tennis Advisory Committee

August 21 Tennis Advisory Board meeting canceled

This meeting was canceled. No business was conducted. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2025.

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Mountain View Community Center - Willow Room 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Aug 20, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission meeting canceled

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for September 3, 2025.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Aug 20, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Performing Arts Committee meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

The Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025, has been canceled because a quorum could not be reached. The next meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to approve Library Collection Development Policy

The Mountain View Library Board will review and vote on the Library Collection Development Policy. It will also approve the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting. Additional agenda items include public oral comments, a donations segment, presentations, and the Library Director's report.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the Library Collection Development Policy

The trustees approved the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting. They also approved the Library Collection Development Policy as presented. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

Library Program Room and Video Conference 585 Franklin St., 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205428 — approved
4 yea
Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
205429 — approved
4 yea
Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to plan 2025-26 projects and retreat

The Youth Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, introduce new members, and brainstorm ideas for the 2025-26 work plan and a Teen Wellness Retreat event.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approved May 27 minutes unanimously

The Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee met on August 18, 2025, and approved the May 27 meeting minutes with all 15 members voting yes. No members of the public spoke during the oral communications segment. The committee then conducted introductions, reviewed its purpose, brainstormed the 2025‑26 work plan, and received an update on the Teen Wellness Retreat event. No other actions or votes were taken.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205433 — approved
15 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Kai Cheng yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Harshini Nagappan yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shreyas Nayak yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi yea · Meital Zayats yea
Wed Aug 13, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee meeting canceled for August 13

The Visual Arts Committee meeting scheduled for August 13, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting will be held on September 10, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Aug 13, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Decision on 266‑272 Tyrella Ave residential condo development request

The Zoning Administrator will consider a Development Review Permit for a four‑story, 47‑unit condominium on 1.01 acres at 266‑272 Tyrella Avenue, including a Heritage Tree Removal Permit for eight trees and a Tentative Map. The project seeks a density bonus under State law and a categorical exemption under CEQA. Public comment will be taken before the Administrator makes a final decision.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Aug 13, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Canceled

The August 13, 2025 meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board has been canceled. The commission is currently in recess, and the next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025. This agenda is only a cancellation notice with no substantive items.

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Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
Tue Aug 5, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee meeting for August 5, 2025, is canceled

The Downtown Committee meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

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Thu Jul 24, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Rental Housing Committee to decide landlord appeal of rent petition rulings

The Rental Housing Committee will hear an appeal by a landlord of a hearing officer's decision on two petitions (24250022 and C24250023). The committee will also vote on amendments to contracts with Project Sentinel, adding $18,000 for a total of $198,000 to handle higher petition volume, and with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP, adding $8,600 for a total of $208,600 for legal services on rent adjustment appeals. Consent calendar includes approval of June 12, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Rental Housing Committee approved $18,000 amendment to Project Sentinel agreement

The committee approved the consent calendar. It accepted the tentative appeal decision in full. It approved an amendment to the Project Sentinel agreement adding $18,000, raising the total to $198,000. It also approved an amendment to the Goldfarb & Lipman LLP agreement adding $8,600, raising the total to $208,600.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop present · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Nazanin Salehi, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
5 yea · 1 abstain
Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop abstain · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Senior Management Analyst Kennedy presented a report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
10 yea · 2 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Wed Jul 23, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Mountain View zoning hearing for 20-unit rowhouse project

The Mountain View Zoning Administrator will hear a request to build a 20-unit rowhouse development on Colony Street. The project includes a Planned Unit Development Permit and a Vesting Tentative Map. Staff recommends the project be approved as categorically exempt under state law.

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✓ Decided: Subdivision Committee conditionally approved Sierra Vista/Colony Street project

The Subdivision Committee voted to conditionally approve the development at 828‑836 Sierra Vista and 1975‑1979 Colony Street. The motion was made by Ed Arango and Amber Blizinski and carried 2‑0. No members of the public spoke on the item. The approval is subject to the conditions set by the committee.

Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board of Library Trustees meeting canceled for July 21, 2025

The Board of Library Trustees meeting scheduled for Monday, July 21, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, August 18, 2025.

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Library Program Room and Video Conference 585 Franklin St., 2nd Fl., Mountain View, CA 94041
Thu Jul 17, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

HRC to forward FY 2025-26 work plan to City Council

The Human Relations Committee will review and forward its Fiscal Year 2025-26 Work Plan to the City Council for approval. The committee will also approve its meeting schedule for the coming year. Members will receive the Mountain View Police Department 2024 Annual Report and an oral update from the Civic Participation Ad Hoc Committee, but no action will be taken on those items.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jul 16, 2025 · 4:15 PM

Senior Advisory Committee

Senior Committee to review FY 2025-26 work plan

The Senior Advisory Committee will consider approving its June 18, 2025, minutes and review and approve the proposed 2025-26 work plan. This is a special meeting with only these two action items.

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✓ Decided: Senior Advisory Committee approves June minutes and FY 2025‑26 work plan

The committee approved the minutes from the June 18, 2025 meeting. It also approved the FY 2025‑26 Senior Advisory Committee work plan as amended. Both actions passed with four members voting yes and the chair excused. No other substantive actions were taken.

Senior Center Small Meeting Room, 266 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205383 — approved
4 yea · 1 present
Donna Castillo yea · Cassandra Magana yea · Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea · Deeann Hui present
205382 — approved
4 yea · 1 present
Donna Castillo yea · Cassandra Magana yea · Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea · Deeann Hui present
Wed Jul 16, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Mountain View Performing Arts Committee meeting canceled

The Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for August 20, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Mountain View Visual Arts Committee meeting canceled

The July 9, 2025, meeting of the Visual Arts Committee is canceled. The next scheduled meeting is September 10, 2025. No agenda items were considered.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Administrative Zoning Hearing for July 9, 2025, is canceled

The Administrative Zoning Hearing scheduled for Wednesday, July 9, 2025, has been canceled. The next hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, July 23, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jul 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Mountain View Parks and Recreation Commission meeting canceled

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board meeting scheduled for July 9, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for September 10, 2025.

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Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, CA 94040
Wed Jul 2, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

July 2 Environmental Planning Commission meeting canceled

This meeting was canceled. The commission is currently in recess, with the next meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Jul 1, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee cancels July 1 and August 5 meetings

The Downtown Committee of Mountain View has canceled its scheduled meetings for July 1, 2025, and August 5, 2025. The next meeting is set for September 2, 2025.

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Wed Jun 25, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

BPAC to recommend Castro Street intersection layouts and El Monte Corridor design

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will recommend the Council Transportation Committee approve concept intersection layouts for Interim Pedestrian Mall Improvements on Castro Street and approve the preliminary design for El Monte Corridor Improvements. The committee will also review and accept its FY 2024-25 Work Plan and approve meeting minutes from May 28, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea
205360 — approved
4 yea
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea
205361 — approved
3 yea · 1 abstain
Serge Bonte abstain · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea
Wed Jun 25, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Two-year extension sought for Charleston Road warehouse-to-R&D conversion

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two items: a historic preservation permit for a 415-square-foot addition to a listed home at 302 Loredo Street, and a request for a two-year extension of a previously approved conditional use permit to convert three vacant warehouse buildings into research and development use at 2400-2700 E. Charleston Road. The meeting also includes oral communications from the public on non-agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Administrator conditionally approves two development projects

The hearing conditionally approved the project at 302 Loreto Street (HP) and the project at 2400‑2700 E. Charleston Road. No public comments were received on either item. The meeting adjourned at 4:15 p.m.

Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jun 25, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Urban Forestry Board to decide on two heritage tree removal appeals

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will meet to approve minutes from a previous meeting and consider two appeals regarding the removal of heritage trees at 1158 Cuesta Drive. The board is set to vote on resolutions to deny one appeal and allow the removal of another.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved retaining a heritage Liquidambar tree at 1158 Cuesta Drive

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. The appellant withdrew the appeal for the Modesto Ash heritage tree, so no action will be taken. The commission unanimously approved the appeal to keep the Liquidambar heritage tree at 1158 Cuesta Drive, overturning staff’s recommendation for removal.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205366 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
205362 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
205363 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
Tue Jun 24, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

City Council to vote on 5-year Capital Improvement Program

The City Council and Shoreline Regional Park Community will consider a recommended Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2025-26 through 2029-30. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure projects, homeless response contracts, and a downtown street closure for Oktoberfest.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 4 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205143 — approved as amended
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
205244 — took action
4 nay · 3 yea
Chris Clark nay · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei nay
205244 — approved
4 yea · 3 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei nay
approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

EPC to review FY 2025-26 work plan for City Council

The Environmental Planning Commission will review its Fiscal Year 2025-26 Work Plan and vote on forwarding it to the City Council for approval. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from November 2024 and public oral communications on non-agenda items.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205074 — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
MINUTES APPROVAL — approved
5 yea · 1 abstain
Bill Cranston yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham abstain · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 4:15 PM

Senior Advisory Committee

SAC to approve FY 2025-26 work plan

The Senior Advisory Committee will consider approving the minutes from March 5, 2025, and develop and approve the FY 2025-26 SAC Work Plan. The committee will also hear a presentation from Community Services Agency Senior Services Director Brandi Jothimani on CSA senior programs and introduce new members Castillo and Magana.

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✓ Decided: SAC approved March 5 minutes and amended FY 2025‑26 work plan draft

The committee approved the Senior Advisory Committee minutes from March 5, 2025 with a 4‑1 vote. Members reviewed a draft FY 2025‑26 work plan, made amendments, and directed staff to update it before a final approval at a special meeting in July.

Senior Center Small Meeting Room, 266 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205344 — approved
4 yea · 1 present
Donna Castillo yea · Cassandra Magana yea · Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea · Deeann Hui present
Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Committee will draft the FY2025‑26 Performing Arts Workplan

The Performing Arts Committee will consider approval of the May 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It will recommend drafting a new workplan for the fiscal year 2025‑26. The committee will note that no action is taken on the Arts and Wine Festival ad hoc, with two members volunteering to join.

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✓ Decided: Approved workplan item and formed ad hoc Arts & Wine Festival committee

The Performing Arts Committee approved the May 20, 2025 minutes. It adopted a revision to the FY2025‑26 workplan by adding an agenda item to create an ad‑hoc committee for the Mountain View Arts and Wine Festival, with a unanimous vote. No further action was taken on the ad‑hoc committee item, though members Fenwick and Bhardwaj volunteered to serve on it.

Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205340 — approved
5 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Yao Yao yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
205341 — approved
5 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Yao Yao yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
Mon Jun 16, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library Trustees to approve updated behavior policy and FY 2025-26 work plan

The Board of Library Trustees will review and approve minutes from May 19, hear a presentation on customer experience and technology, approve the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Work Plan, discuss the FY 2025-26 Planning Calendar, and vote on an updated Library Behavior Policy. The meeting also includes donations, a Library Director's report, and agenda setting. No items with dollar amounts or street-specific projects are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board approved the Library Behavior Policy

The trustees approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting, the Fiscal Year 2025‑26 Work Plan, and the Library Behavior Policy, each by a unanimous 3‑0 vote. The FY 2025‑26 Planning Calendar was presented and discussed but not voted on. No July meeting was scheduled; the next meeting is set for August 18, 2025.

Library Program Room and Video Conference 585 Franklin St., 2nd Floor, Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205333 — approved
3 yea
Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea
205335 — approved
3 yea
Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea
205337 — approved
3 yea
Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea
Thu Jun 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Rental Housing Committee to add 'Rent Refund' and 'Rent Rollback' definitions

The Rental Housing Committee will hear an appeal of a hearing officer's decision on a rent petition and consider amendments to CSFRA regulations adding definitions for 'Rent Refund' and 'Rent Rollback' and extending utility charge compliance timeframes. The committee will also authorize contract renewals with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP for legal services totaling up to $285,000 and with Project Sentinel for hearing process services up to $193,000. Consent calendar includes approval of May 22, 2025 meeting minutes.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved legal contracts and CSFRA regulation changes

The Rental Housing Committee approved the corrected minutes from the May 22 meeting and adopted the Tentative Appeal Decision in full. It authorized new legal service contracts with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP (up to $250,000 for CSFRA and $35,000 for the Mobile Home ordinance) and with Project Sentinel (up to $180,000 for CSFRA and $13,000 for the Mobile Home ordinance). The committee also approved amendments to CSFRA Regulations Chapter 2 to add “Rent Refund” and “Rent Rollback,” and to Chapter 13 to extend utility‑charge compliance deadlines. One motion to approve selected items of the Tentative Appeal Decision failed for lack of a second.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Nazanin Salehi, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
3 yea · 1 nay
Mark Balch nay · Robert Cox yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 12, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Neighborhoods Committee

Council Neighborhoods Committee special meeting; no substantive items

This is a special meeting of the Council Neighborhoods Committee. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, roll call, public forum, and adjournment. No decisions or discussions on specific matters are scheduled.

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CENTRAL AREA - S.F.V. Portuguese Hall, 361 Villa St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Urban Forestry Board to decide on two heritage tree removal appeals

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will decide on two appeals against staff decisions to deny removal of heritage trees at 1580 Meadow Lane and 2424 Whitney Drive. They will also receive an annual canopy update, review the FY2025-26 work plan, and hear budget and capital improvement program updates.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved removal of a heritage tree at 2424 Whitney Drive

The commission approved the May 14, 2025 meeting minutes. It denied the appeal to remove a heritage tree at 1580 Meadow Lane. It approved the appeal to remove a heritage tree at 2424 Whitney Drive. It approved the FY 2025‑26 Parks and Recreation and Urban Forestry work plan to be sent to City Council.

Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205319 — approved
4 yea · 1 nay
Ronit Bryant nay · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee to adopt FY 2025-26 work plan

The Visual Arts Committee will consider adopting its Fiscal Year 2025-26 Work Plan and receive updates on Capital Improvement Program public art projects. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting minutes and oral communications from the public.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jun 11, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Administrative Zoning Hearing cancelled for June 11

This meeting was cancelled. The next hearing is scheduled for June 25, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Jun 10, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to hold public hearing on FY 2025-26 budget and consider fee changes

The City Council will hold a study session on updating the Citywide Transportation Demand Management Ordinance and then consider a consent calendar that includes approvals for a large commercial development at 365-405 San Antonio Road, adoption of a homeless response strategy, and a greenhouse gas-free fleet policy. Public hearings are scheduled for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Recommended Budget and modifications to the Master Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes several other consent items such as appointments, easement vacation, and smart water meter funding agreements.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204893 — voted
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Jun 5, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

HRC to discuss FY 2025-26 work plan, receive updates

The Human Relations Committee will discuss development of its Fiscal Year 2025-26 Work Plan and receive informational updates from the Civic Participation and Check Out A Human ad hoc committees, as well as from the Multicultural Engagement Program. No votes or decisions are expected on these items. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its April 3, 2025 meeting.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jun 4, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Environmental Planning Commission meeting cancelled for June 4, 2025

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 4, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 18, 2025.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Jun 3, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Committee to adopt fiscal year 2025-26 workplan

The Downtown Committee will consider adopting its annual workplan for Fiscal Year 2025-26, which sets priorities for the coming year. Members will also receive updates on downtown development projects, Castro Street activities, and the first-year progress of the Economic Vitality Strategy. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and listing of future agenda topics.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Jun 3, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Council Transportation Committee meeting canceled

The Council Transportation Committee meeting scheduled for June 3, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Thu May 29, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Neighborhoods Committee

Council Neighborhoods Committee meets with no substantive agenda items

This is a procedural special meeting of the Council Neighborhoods Committee with only Call to Order, Roll Call, Public Forum, and Adjournment listed. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

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MOFFETT/WHISMAN AREA - German International School, 310 Easy St, Mountain View, CA 94043
Wed May 28, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Hearing on animal daycare and boarding permit at 180 E. El Camino Real

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing to consider a request for a Provisional Use Permit for an animal service establishment. The proposal includes daycare and overnight boarding services in a 7,065-square foot building.

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✓ Decided: Zoning Administrator conditionally approved the 180 E. El Camino Real project

The Zoning Administrator reviewed the application for 180 E. El Camino Real (PUP). After a staff presentation and no public comments, the project was conditionally approved. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed May 28, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

BPAC to recommend TDA Article 3 funds allocation to SB-1 Streets CIP

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss a collision report on pedestrian and cyclist incidents, review the Safe Routes to School program, and recommend allocating accumulated TDA Article 3 funds to the SB-1 Streets CIP 23-03. They will also forward a recommendation to City Council for a VTA BPAC member appointment. Consent items include approving April meeting minutes and the FY 2024-25 work plan.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommended TDA‑3 grant for Grant Rd & Sleeper Ave project

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the April 2, 2025 minutes with an amendment (4‑0‑1, one abstention). It accepted the FY 2024‑25 work plan (5‑0‑0). The committee voted to recommend the City Council approve TDA‑3 funding for the Grant Rd. & Sleeper Ave intersections project (CIP 21‑39) (4‑0‑1, one abstention). It also recommended appointing Vice Chair Kuszmaul to the VTA BPAC, with Bonte as an alternate if allowed (5‑0‑0).

Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205279 — approved as amended
4 yea · 1 abstain
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang abstain · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205280 — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205283 — approved
5 yea
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
205284 — recommended for approval
4 yea · 1 abstain
Serge Bonte yea · Peggy Huang abstain · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea
Tue May 27, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to plan wellness retreat and discuss leadership roles

The committee will review staff plans for the 2025 Teen Wellness Retreat and provide feedback. Members will also discuss leadership roles for the 2025-26 academic year and reflect on past accomplishments. A team building activity and approval of previous meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approved May 12 meeting minutes

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the May 12 meeting, with all ten members present voting yes. No members spoke during the public comment period, and there was no unfinished business. The meeting included discussion of a team‑building activity, a teen wellness retreat plan, and upcoming leadership roles, but no formal actions were taken on those items.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205285 — approved
10 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Natalie Chan yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Taylor Luna yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jayan Nair yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Meital Zayats yea
Tue May 27, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to approve major commercial development at 365‑405 San Antonio Road

The Mountain View City Council will consider a public hearing on a new 182,352‑sq‑ft, seven‑story commercial building at 365‑405 San Antonio Road, including a development agreement with Merlone Geier Partners IX, L.P. The Council will also act on several consent‑calendar items such as the military equipment policy renewal, centralized purchasing ordinance amendments, and Safe Routes to School contract amendments. Final contract payments will be accepted for the City Hall remodel, Park Drive reconstruction, and Plymouth Street realignment projects. A new tobacco retail permit ordinance will be introduced for a second reading.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204952 — approved as amended
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu May 22, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

RHC to adopt FY 2025-26 budgets and fees for rent stabilization

The Rental Housing Committee will vote on adopting the fiscal year 2025-26 budgets and setting annual fees for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The committee also will consider amendments to definitions regarding fees for reporting positive rental payment information. The consent calendar includes approval of minutes, financial expenditure reports, and a quarterly activity report for the Rent Stabilization Division.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved FY 2025‑26 budgets for rent‑stabilization programs

The Rental Housing Committee approved the consent calendar and adopted the FY 2025‑26 budgets for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. It also approved amendments to the CSFRA and MHRSO regulations on definitions and set the committee meeting schedule and start times for the next fiscal year. All motions carried with the same five members voting yes.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Division Manager van Deursen presented a report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
10 yea · 2 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Nazanin Salehi, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Wed May 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

May 21 EPC meeting cancelled; next meeting June 4

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on June 4, 2025. No items were discussed or decided due to the cancellation.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed May 21, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Performing Arts Committee meeting on May 21, 2025 is canceled

The scheduled Performing Arts Committee meeting for May 21, 2025 will not take place. No agenda items will be considered. The committee will reconvene at its next meeting on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed May 21, 2025 · 6:15 PM

City Council

City Council to hold special session for State of the City Address

The City Council will meet for a special session on May 21, 2025. The primary purpose of the meeting is to hold a presentation for the State of the City Address.

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Community Center, Redwood Hall, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave., Mountain View, CA 94041 (Zoom Unavailable)
Tue May 20, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Performing Arts Committee to approve March minutes, hear quarterly attendance, welcome new members

The Performing Arts Committee will vote to approve the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes. They will receive a quarterly attendance report for the Center for the Performing Arts covering Q1–Q3 of FY 24-25 and hear updates on the SecondStage program. Two new committee members, Antara Bhardwaj and Valerie Fenwick, will be introduced. No other decisions are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes

The Performing Arts Committee voted to approve the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken; new members were welcomed and reports were given but no votes were recorded on those items.

Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205139 — approved
5 yea
Antara Bhardwaj yea · Valerie Fenwick yea · Yao Yao yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
Mon May 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Board to accept donation of 3D printer from Jinxbot

The Board of Library Trustees will vote to accept a donation of a Creality K1 3D printer from Jinxbot, review and approve minutes from April 21, 2025, and discuss the Youth Services Staff Presentation and the Library Director's Report. The meeting also includes setting the next agenda and public comment.

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✓ Decided: Board approved April 21 minutes and accepted a Creality K1 3D printer donation

The Board of Library Trustees approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. They also accepted a donation of a Creality K1 3D printer (Jinxbot) with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

Library Program Room - 2nd floor
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205247 — approved
5 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
205248 — approved
5 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
Thu May 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Tennis Advisory Committee

Tennis Advisory Board May 15 meeting canceled

This meeting was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2025.

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Mountain View Community Center - Willow Room 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed May 14, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee to review public art projects and work plans

The Visual Arts Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes, discuss public art updates, and review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 work plan. The meeting will be held at 500 Castro St. with a virtual option available.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed May 14, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Mountain View zoning hearing cancelled for May 14

This meeting has been cancelled. The next hearing will be on May 28, 2025. No items were discussed.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue May 13, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

City Council approves $22 M water‑purification payment and $6.8 M public‑safety funding

The Mountain View City Council and Shoreline Regional Park Community Board will vote on a $22 million payment to Palo Alto and a $10.5 million loan for Phase 1 of the Advanced Water Purification System, including related fund appropriations. They will also transfer $6.8 million from the General Fund to the Public Safety Building design project and add $6.1 million to its professional services agreement. Additional items include a $102,000 homeless initiatives grant, a lease extension for 909 San Rafael Avenue at $553,104 annual rent, and an $863,000 design services contract for water and sewer main replacements.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204721 — approved as amended
4 nay · 3 yea
Chris Clark nay · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei nay
approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue May 13, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Council Youth Services Committee

Youth advisory committee appointments for 2025-26 term recommended

The committee will discuss and vote on a recommendation to City Council regarding the reappointment of 12 current Youth Advisory Committee members, plus appointment of 3 new members and 11 members-at-large for the 2025-26 term. This is the only substantive new business item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

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City Clerk Conference Room
Mon May 12, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Committee to plan Teen Wellness Retreat and Summer Movie Night

The Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee will discuss subcommittee updates, plan the 2025 Teen Wellness Retreat, and receive volunteer details for the Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series. No formal decisions or binding actions are expected; the agenda is focused on brainstorming and staff coordination.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approved April 14 minutes unanimously

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the April 14 meeting with a 13‑0 tally, two members absent. No public comments were received. There was no unfinished business, and subcommittees provided status updates. The meeting was then adjourned.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205239 — approved
13 yea
Katie Byon yea · Natalie Chan yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Taylor Luna yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jayan Nair yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi yea · Meital Zayats yea
Wed May 7, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Environmental Planning Commission meeting on May 7, 2025 cancelled

The scheduled Environmental Planning Commission meeting for May 7, 2025 was cancelled. The commission will meet next on May 21, 2025.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue May 6, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee to discuss FY 2025-26 work plan and parking assessment renewal

The Downtown Committee will review the annual renewal of the Downtown Parking Maintenance Assessment District No. 2. Members will also provide input on the draft work plan for Fiscal Year 2025-26 and receive updates on downtown development and Castro Street activities.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue May 6, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Mountain View Transportation Committee meeting canceled

The scheduled May 6, 2025 meeting of the City of Mountain View Council Transportation Committee was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Thu May 1, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Discussion of the FY 2025‑26 Human Relations Commission Work Plan

The commission will receive an update on the FY 2024‑25 work plan and discuss potential projects for the FY 2025‑26 work plan. No formal action is required; the item is for informational and discussion purposes. The meeting also includes routine updates from two ad‑hoc committees and a multicultural engagement program report.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Apr 30, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting cancelled

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 30, 2025, has been cancelled. No other business was listed.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Apr 28, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee meeting canceled; next meeting set for May 12

The Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, April 28, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The committee will reconvene on Monday, May 12, 2025.

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MEETING CANCELED
Thu Apr 24, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Rental Housing Committee to set 2025-26 annual rent adjustments

The Committee will review recommended budgets for rent stabilization programs and vote on annual rent adjustments. The body will also elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for the upcoming term.

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✓ Decided: RHC adopts 2.7% rent increase and elects new chair and vice chair

The Rental Housing Committee approved a 2.7% annual general rent adjustment for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and a 1.6% adjustment for the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance for FY 2025‑26. The committee also approved the consent calendar. Members Ma and Cox were elected chair and vice chair for the 2025‑26 term. No public comments were received on these items.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205191 — approved
4 yea · 1 abstain
Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop abstain · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Division Manager van Deursen presented a report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
10 yea · 2 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
approved
5 yea · 1 present
Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Emily Staats Hislop yea · Edie Keating yea · Kevin Ma yea · Alex Brown yea
Wed Apr 23, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Two public hearings on provisional use permits: climbing gym expansion and massage clinic

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two requests for Provisional Use Permits. One would convert a loading dock to outdoor recreation at the Movement climbing gym at 630 San Antonio Road, waiving loading space requirements. The other would allow a massage therapy and acupuncture medical service at 262 Castro Street, replacing a retail use. Both projects are recommended as categorically exempt under CEQA.

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✓ Decided: Two zoning applications conditionally approved at Mountain View hearing

The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved the application for 630 San Antonio Road (Movement Gyms) and the application for 262 Castro Street (Phoenix Massage SPA). No members of the public spoke on either item. The meeting was adjourned at 4:21 p.m.

Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider $6.2M for Lot 12 affordable housing project

The council will hold a study session on the Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan land use alternatives and then a regular session with a consent calendar containing multiple infrastructure and housing items. Key consent items include up to $6.2 million for the Lot 12 affordable housing project, which also involves waiving a $10.1 million ground lease and adding permanent supportive housing units, as well as several sewer, water, and pump station improvements totaling over $21 million. A public hearing will be held on the 2025 Water System Public Health Goals Report, and unfinished business includes prioritizing projects for the FY2025-27 council work plan, such as ending natural gas flow by 2045 and pickleball solutions.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205158 — approved
12 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea · Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
COUNCIL, STAFF/COMMITTEE REPORTS — took action
5 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks nay · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei nay
The other 4 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees to discuss communications, federal grant termination

The Board of Library Trustees will review and discuss a presentation on library communications and the Library Director's Report, which includes a notice from the California State Library regarding termination of federal grants. No action items are on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for discussion and updates.

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✓ Decided: Board approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board of Library Trustees approved the minutes from the March 17, 2025 meeting. No public comments or donations were recorded, and no new business was acted upon. The meeting included a presentation on library communications and updates from the Library Director, but no further decisions were made.

Library Program Room - 2nd floor
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205171 — approved
4 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
Thu Apr 17, 2025 · 5:30 PM

Council Neighborhoods Committee

Council committee to vote on $45,730 in neighborhood grants

The Council Neighborhoods Committee will consider approving $45,730 in funding for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Neighborhood Grant Program. The committee will also approve minutes from its February 27 meeting and hear oral communications from the public.

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Elm Room, Mountain View Community Center, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
Wed Apr 16, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

April 16 Performing Arts Committee meeting canceled

This meeting was canceled. The Performing Arts Committee next meets on May 21, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Apr 16, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Environmental Planning Commission meeting cancelled

The April 16, 2025 meeting of the Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 7, 2025. No items were considered or discussed.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Apr 15, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Appointments Review Committee

Committee to interview applicants for committee openings

The Council Appointments Review Committee will interview applicants for open positions. The committee will then make recommendations for these appointments to the City Council.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Apr 14, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to discuss improving View Teen Center

The Youth Advisory Committee will hear subcommittee updates, review recent events (Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day and Teen Week), and discuss ideas to improve the View Teen Center. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is focused on discussion and feedback.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approved the April 14 meeting minutes

The Youth Advisory Committee met at the View Teen Center on April 14, 2025. Members approved the meeting minutes with a 12‑yes, 0‑no vote. No public comments were received and no other actions were taken.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205165 — approved
12 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Natalie Chan yea · Naisha John yea · Sophia Lew yea · Taylor Luna yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jayan Nair yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi yea
Wed Apr 9, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Board to decide appeals to deny removal of heritage trees at three properties

The Urban Forestry Board will consider three appeals from property owners seeking to remove heritage trees. Staff recommends denying each appeal, upholding previous denials. The Commission will also receive a presentation on the Mountain View Whisman School District Outdoor Learning Project, with no formal action expected.

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✓ Decided: Commission granted appeal to remove two heritage trees at 573 Carla Court

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board denied appeals to remove heritage trees at 1851 Appletree Lane and 745 Lola Lane, voting unanimously to uphold staff decisions. In contrast, the board granted the appeal for 573 Carla Court, allowing removal of two heritage trees and recommending replacement with larger caliper specimens, with a 3‑2 vote. No other formal actions were taken.

Community Center Maple Room and Video Conference, 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94040
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205121 — denied
3 nay · 2 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios nay · Sandy Sommer nay · Joe Mitchner nay · Jonathan Davis yea
205121 — approved
3 yea · 2 nay
Ronit Bryant nay · Steve Filios yea · Sandy Sommer yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Apr 8, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to review 80-unit residential project and FY 2025-26 budget

The City Council will hold public hearings on two residential projects and conduct a preliminary review of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 General Operating Budget. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and updates to ambulance billing fees.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204901 — adopted as amended
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Sat Apr 5, 2025 · 9:00 AM

City Council

City Council holds team-building retreat

This is a special meeting for a facilitated City Council team-building retreat. The council will engage in discussion on communication, working relationships, norms, and roles. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

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Computer History Museum, 1401 N. Shoreline Boulevard, Mountain View, CA 94043
Thu Apr 3, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Commission recommends $3.97 M in federal and general fund allocations for FY 2025‑26

The Human Relations Commission will seek public input and recommend that the City Council adopt the draft FY 2025‑30 Consolidated Plan and FY 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan. It will forward funding recommendations totaling about $3.97 million, including $233,000 in Community Development Block Grant funds, $3.55 million for direct allocation projects, $143,700 for program administration, and $171,000 from the General Fund. The meeting also includes routine minutes approval and oral updates from three advisory committees.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

BPAC will consider and possibly adopt its Draft Fiscal Year 2025‑26 Work Plan

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review several advisory inputs, including the FY 2025‑27 Council Work Plan project list and the FY 2025‑30 Capital Improvement Program. It will also review the FY 2024‑25 Work Plan and decide whether to accept the Draft FY 2025‑26 Work Plan. No actions are planned on public comments or staff reports.

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✓ Decided: BPAC approved the draft FY 2025‑26 work plan

The committee approved the March 11, 2025 meeting minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It then approved the draft Fiscal Year 2025‑26 work plan with a unanimous 4‑0 vote, asking that the Dark Skies Ordinance be brought to BPAC for review. No other items were adopted or rejected.

Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205114 — approved
3 yea
Terry Barton yea · Serge Bonte yea · James Kuszmaul yea
205117 — approved
4 yea
Terry Barton yea · Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea
Wed Apr 2, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting on April 2, 2025 was cancelled.

The City of Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for April 16, 2025.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Apr 1, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Committee considers Active Transportation Plan scoring and network maps

The Council Transportation Committee will discuss the development of an Active Transportation Plan. The body is asked to recommend that staff proceed with the plan's scoring criteria and holistic network maps.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved two prior meeting minutes

The Transportation Committee approved the minutes from the October 29, 2024 meeting with a 2‑yes, 1‑abstain vote. It also approved the minutes from the March 4, 2025 meeting unanimously (3‑yes). No other actions or project decisions were taken at this meeting.

Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205110 — approved
2 yea · 1 abstain
Alison Hicks yea · Ellen Kamei yea · John McAlister abstain
205206 — approved
3 yea
Alison Hicks yea · Ellen Kamei yea · John McAlister yea
Tue Apr 1, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to provide input on FY 2025-27 Council Work Plan priorities

The Youth Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Youth Librarian Renee Ting on teen resources and services. The committee is asked to review and provide input on proposed projects for the Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 Council Work Plan. They will also review recent events (Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day, Teen Week), plan upcoming events (Shoreline Cleanup, Dodgeball and Donuts on May 3), and receive updates from subcommittees.

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✓ Decided: Youth Advisory Committee approved the March 3 meeting minutes

The committee voted to approve the minutes from the March 3 meeting, with eight members voting yes and no opposition. No members of the public spoke during the oral communications segment. No unfinished business was addressed, and new‑business items were limited to presentations and discussion without any formal actions.

The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205125 — approved
8 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Taylor Luna yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Meital Zayats yea
Tue Apr 1, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee to prioritize projects for Fiscal Years 2025-27 Council Work Plan

The Downtown Committee will review and prioritize potential projects for the upcoming two-year Council Work Plan. They will also hear updates on downtown development and Castro Street activities, and elect two members to a joint ad hoc committee with the Visual Arts and Performing Arts Committees.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Thu Mar 27, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Committee to discuss tenant anti-harassment protections

The Rental Housing Committee will consider an appeal of a hearing officer's decision and provide direction on local tenant anti-harassment and retaliation protections.

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✓ Decided: RHC directed staff to develop tenant anti‑harassment regulations

The committee approved the minutes from the February 27, 2025 Rental Housing Committee meeting. It also approved the tentative appeal decision for Petition No. C32340005. Additionally, the RHC directed staff to move forward with regulations protecting residential tenants from harassment and retaliation.

Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
4 yea
Alex Brown yea · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Edie Keating yea
Nazanin Salehi, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
4 yea
Alex Brown yea · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Edie Keating yea
Wed Mar 26, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting cancelled

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 26, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 2, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Mar 26, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Zoning Administrator to consider permit change for Khan Lab School expansion

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a request to modify an existing Provisional Use Permit for the Khan Lab School at 1200 Villa Street. The proposal seeks to add 14,775 square feet to the school, bringing the total building area to 33,296 square feet and converting office space in a two‑story commercial building on a 12.46‑acre site. Staff recommends the project be deemed categorically exempt under CEQA Section 15301. The Administrator may approve, deny, continue, or take the project under advisement.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Mar 25, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to discuss increasing densities in R3 zoning district for housing

The council will first hold a closed session to negotiate lease terms for City Lot 12. In regular session, they will vote on consent items including second readings of ordinances modifying below-market-rate housing rules and mobile home rent stabilization, appointments to the Rental Housing Committee, and grant applications for battery storage at the Senior Center. Study sessions will cover the five-year Capital Improvement Program and a proposed update to the R3 zoning district to allow higher densities in certain areas.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 3 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204720 — approved
5 yea · 2 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
204782 — adopted
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
204898 — adopted
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Mar 19, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Committee reviews FY 2025‑27 Council Strategic Work Plan (no action)

The Performing Arts Committee will approve the February 19, 2025 minutes and hold a public comment period. The only new business is a presentation on the FY 2025‑27 Council Strategic Work Plan, for which no action is recommended. Unfinished business is listed as none, and staff announcements will be provided without decisions.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205066 — approved
3 yea
Yao Yao yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
Wed Mar 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Commission to recommend preferred land use alternative for Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan

The Environmental Planning Commission will review land use alternatives for the Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan and recommend a preferred option and streetscape priorities to the City Council. The commission will also provide input on potential projects for the Fiscal Years 2025-27 Council Work Plan.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MINUTES APPROVAL — approved
5 yea · 1 abstain
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Tina Pham abstain · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea
Tue Mar 18, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council interviews Rental Housing Committee applicants and will recommend members

The Mountain View City Council will hold a study session to interview applicants for three openings on the Rental Housing Committee. After the interviews, the Council will make a recommendation for adoption of the selected members at the March 25, 2025 Council meeting. Attachments include selection guidelines, applicant summaries, attendance report, and applications.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee meeting canceled for March 17, 2025

The Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for March 17, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No items were decided or discussed.

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MEETING CANCELED
Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library trustees to provide input on FY 2025-27 strategic work plan

The Board of Library Trustees will review and provide input on potential projects for the City's Fiscal Year 2025-27 Council Strategic Work Plan. The agenda includes a memo and lists of current work plan status and potential projects. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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Library Program Room - 2nd floor
Thu Mar 13, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to consider lowering mobile home rent cap to 60% of CPI with 3% ceiling

The Mountain View City Council and Shoreline Regional Park Community hold a joint special meeting with a study session on incentives for affordable housing on religious sites south of El Camino Real. The council will hold public hearings on first reading of amendments to the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance, an appeal of a Toyota dealership and heritage tree removal permit at Old Middlefield Way, and a proposed 22-unit single-family development at Moorpark Way and Sylvan Avenue. The consent calendar includes appropriations of $3.625 million for salt pond restoration and $1.25 million for various planning projects.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204781 — introduced
6 yea · 1 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Commission to review proposed projects for FY 2025-27 work plan

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will review and provide input on the proposed project list for the Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 Council Work Plan, focusing on project prioritization. Additionally, they will discuss the draft Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan's Park Land Level of Service, specifically how school sites and Shoreline at Mountain View are calculated. Minutes from January 15, 2025 are also up for approval.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205079 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea · Sandy Sommer yea
Wed Mar 12, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee to discuss public art projects and committee collaboration

The Visual Arts Committee will review meeting minutes, receive updates on Capital Improvement Program public art projects, and discuss collaboration with the Performing Arts and Downtown Committees. The committee will also review a proposed project list for the Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 Council Work Plan.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Mar 11, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Committee to recommend Active Transportation Plan scoring criteria and network maps

This special meeting of the Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) will consider recommending to the Council Transportation Committee that staff proceed with developing the Active Transportation Plan, including mapped holistic pedestrian and bicycle networks and scoring criteria. The committee will also receive the Safe Routes to School final report for FY 2023-2024 and review the BPAC FY 2024-25 work plan. Consent items include approval of prior meeting minutes.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
5 yea
Lada Adamic yea · Terry Barton yea · Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea
205073 — approved
5 yea
Lada Adamic yea · Terry Barton yea · Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea
Thu Mar 6, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Human Relations Commission to review FY 2025-27 work plan projects

The Human Relations Commission will review a list of potential projects for the Fiscal Years 2025-26 and 2026-27 Council Work Plan and provide input on prioritization. The meeting will also include oral updates from the Climate Change Outreach and Civic Participation Ad Hoc Committees.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Mar 5, 2025 · 2:30 PM

Council Policy and Procedures Committee

Committee to consider new Gatekeeper policy for development approvals

The Council Policy and Procedures Committee will consider recommending a new Gatekeeper Authorization Process for private development applications involving legislative amendments to city regulations. They will also discuss developing a formal policy on virtual public participation for meetings of legislative bodies. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on anticipated agenda topics for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Mar 5, 2025 · 2:00 PM

Senior Advisory Committee

Committee will review FY 2025‑27 Council Strategic Work Plan project list

The Senior Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from its January 17 2024 meeting. It will review the proposed FY 2025‑27 Council Strategic Work Plan project list and give input on prioritization. The committee will nominate a Chair and Vice Chair, approve the 2025 meeting schedule, and begin work on its FY 2025‑26 work plan.

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Senior Center Small Meeting Room, 266 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205035 — approved
3 yea
Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Deeann Hui yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea
205039 — approved
6 yea
Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Deeann Hui yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea · Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Deeann Hui yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea
205040 — approved
3 yea
Nirvana Nwokidu yea · Deeann Hui yea · Brian Ogonowsky yea
Tue Mar 4, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Committee to review Moffett Boulevard design and TDM ordinance

The Council Transportation Committee will review the design concept for the Moffett Boulevard Complete Streets project and a proposed update to the Citywide Transportation Demand Management Ordinance. The committee will also receive updates on the Castro Street and Rengstorff Grade Separation and Active Transportation Plan projects.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
203933 — recommended for approval
2 yea
Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea
204728 — approved
2 yea
Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea
Tue Mar 4, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee meeting for March 4, 2025, is canceled

The Downtown Committee meeting scheduled for March 4, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 1, 2025.

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Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Teen Week planning and subcommittee updates on Youth Advisory Committee agenda

The Youth Advisory Committee will hear updates from its DEI, Health and Wellness, College and Career, and Outreach subcommittees. The main business is continuing to plan Teen Week, scheduled for March 17–21, 2025. No formal decisions or financial items are on the agenda; the meeting is largely procedural and discussion-based.

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The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205062 — approved
9 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Natalie Chan yea · Taylor Luna yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jayan Nair yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kavya Wazhi yea
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Committee to consider amendments to CSFRA utility charge regulations

The Rental Housing Committee will consider proposed amendments to the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act regulations regarding utility charges, clarifying the one-time utility adjustment petition process. The committee will also hear two appeals of hearing officer decisions on rent petitions and review annual fee compliance. Consent items include approval of January meeting minutes and financial reports.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Guadalupe Rosas present · Edie Keating yea
Karen Tiedemann, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
5 yea · 1 present
Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Guadalupe Rosas yea · Edie Keating yea
Karen Tiedemann, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
5 yea · 1 present
Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Guadalupe Rosas yea · Edie Keating yea
Senior Management Analyst Black presented a report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: Steve Welter — approved
5 yea · 1 present
Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch present · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Guadalupe Rosas yea · Edie Keating yea
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 3:00 PM

Council Neighborhoods Committee

Committee adopts 2025 work plan and Neighborhood Grant Program guidelines

The Council Neighborhoods Committee will receive an update on its transition to the City Manager’s Office and consider adopting a work plan for 2025 that includes three committee meetings and three neighborhood meetings. The committee will also review and approve the Neighborhood Grant Program Guidelines for 2025. Oral communications from the public will be heard before the committee adjourns.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205001 — approved
2 yea · 1 abstain
Emily Ann Ramos yea · John McAlister abstain · Pat Showalter yea
205000 — approved
3 yea
Emily Ann Ramos yea · John McAlister yea · Pat Showalter yea
Wed Feb 26, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Committee to review Moffett Boulevard Complete Streets design concept

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will receive updates on the Moffett Boulevard Complete Streets project and the city's Pavement Management Plan. The body will also review its Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan and receive a report from the VTA BPAC representative.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205020 — approved
5 yea
Lada Adamic yea · Terry Barton yea · Serge Bonte yea · John Stone yea · James Kuszmaul yea
Wed Feb 26, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Heritage tree removal permits up for vote, including two unauthorized removals

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on two heritage tree removal permit requests. One request at 769 Cuesta Drive seeks to remove seven heritage trees, including two removed without authorization and three damaged by construction. Another at 1344 Terra Bella Avenue seeks to remove three heritage trees as part of site and facade modifications to a 39,775 square foot commercial building. Both projects are recommended for categorical exemption from CEQA.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Mountain View Council to discuss broadband needs and affordable housing funds

The City Council will hold a study session on broadband needs and gap analysis. The body is also deciding on budget adjustments, affordable housing appropriations, and zoning amendments for below-market-rate housing.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved on the Consent Calendar
7 yea
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
204891 — approved
7 yea
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
204540 — adopted
7 yea
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
204751 — voted
7 yea
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
204751 — approved
7 yea
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
Mon Feb 24, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library Board to review mid-year performance measures

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-25 mid-year performance measures. The session also includes a presentation on adult literacy services and a report from the Library Director.

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Library Program Room - 2nd floor
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
205013 — approved
5 yea
Eric Nehrlich yea · Sharon Su yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Kristin Higaki yea
Thu Feb 20, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Tennis Advisory Committee

Tennis Advisory Committee to finalize court rules

The Mountain View Tennis Advisory Committee will meet to review and revise tennis court rules, discuss the 2025 meeting schedule and work plan, and nominate a chairperson. The agenda includes public comment and approval of prior minutes. This is a routine advisory meeting.

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Mountain View Community Center - Willow Room 201 South Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204826 — approved
3 yea · 1 present
Helen Carrol yea · Jeremy Chen yea · Myrna Irigon yea · Nicholas Wong present
204843 — approved
4 yea
Helen Carrol yea · Jeremy Chen yea · Myrna Irigon yea · Nicholas Wong yea
204845 — approved
4 yea
Helen Carrol yea · Jeremy Chen yea · Myrna Irigon yea · Nicholas Wong yea
Wed Feb 19, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Committee to elect members for ad hoc arts collaboration group

The Performing Arts Committee will hear presentations from the Visual Arts and Downtown Committees and vote to elect members to an ad hoc group formed to discuss collaboration between the three committees. No other decisions are scheduled.

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Atrium Conference Room & Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204991 — approved
3 yea
Yao Yao yea · Carol Donahue yea · David Garcia yea
Wed Feb 19, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Commission to recommend increased densities in R3 zoning district locations

The Environmental Planning Commission will hold a study session to make recommendations on increasing densities in the Multiple-Family (R3) Zoning District and potentially integrating Two-Family (R2) zoned properties. The commission will also review and recommend acceptance of the 2024 Annual Progress Report on the 2023-2031 Housing Element and the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204446 — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
204445 — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
Tue Feb 18, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee plans Teen Week and discusses school safety initiatives

The Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Teen CERT about a disaster‑response event scheduled for March 14‑16, 2025. Members will discuss the role of Mountain View Police Department School Resource Officers and continue planning Teen Week, which will take place March 17‑21, 2025. Updates from the DEI, Health and Wellness, College and Career, and Outreach and Collaboration subcommittees will also be provided.

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The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204965 — approved
11 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Sophia Lew yea · Taylor Luna yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jayan Nair yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Kavya Wazhi yea · Meital Zayats yea
Tue Feb 18, 2025 · 6:30 PM

City Council

Council to interview applicants for Environmental Planning Commission vacancy

The City Council will hold a study session to interview applicants for an open seat on the Environmental Planning Commission. After the interviews, the Council will make a recommendation to be formally adopted at the February 25, 2025 meeting. The agenda contains no other substantive business.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Feb 12, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

February 12 Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board meeting canceled

The scheduled meeting for February 12, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 12, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Feb 12, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

City to consider two zoning permits for residential and commercial projects

The Mountain View Zoning Administrator will consider two development projects: a request to build 22 single-family homes on Moorpark Way and a request for site improvements and parking reduction at a commercial building on Old Middlefield Road.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Feb 12, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee to select artists for Center for Performing Arts

The Visual Arts Committee will review artist applications for the 2025-26 Center for Performing Arts jury. The body will also consider a request to host a special exhibit for Santa Clara County's Womanhood project in March 2026.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Feb 11, 2025 · 5:15 PM

City Council

Council to confirm rezoning approaches for Housing Element compliance

The City Council will review and confirm proposed rezoning and General Plan amendments for several sites identified in the Housing Element Program 1.1.g, including Leong Drive, Fairchild Drive, 1702 Miramonte Avenue, 777 Cuesta Drive, 1949 Grant Road, 695 Calderon Avenue, and the Mountain View Transit Center. The council will also consider approving a midyear Capital Improvement Project for California/Pacchetti Park design with a $2,366,120 appropriation from park-in-lieu fees, and discuss updates to the legislative program priorities for 2025.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204424 — approved as amended
5 yea · 1 nay · 1 absent
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter absent · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei yea
The other 2 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Thu Feb 6, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice Chair

The Human Relations Commission will approve minutes from its December 5, 2024 meeting. Two advisory committees will give oral updates with no decisions required. The commission will then nominate and vote to select a new Chair and Vice Chair.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204960 — approved
7 yea
Jocelyn Chadwell yea · Elise Lester yea · Joan MacDonald yea · Erik Poicon yea · Xavier Webb yea · IdaRose Sylvester yea · Molly Smith yea
Wed Feb 5, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Commission will consider ordinance amending Chapter 36 for below-market-rate housing

The Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission will approve minutes from its April 3, June 6, and June 26, 2024 meetings. Commissioners will study a proposed framework for the Citywide Transportation Demand Management Ordinance and will recommend it to the City Council. The commission will hold a public hearing on a code amendment to Chapter 36 that would modify sections 36.40.05, .10, .15, .20 and add section 36.40.16 to govern rent increases for below-market-rate housing, and will recommend adoption of the ordinance to the City Council, noting that it is not subject to CEQA.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
MINUTES APPROVAL — approved
5 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Joyce Yin yea · Hank Dempsey yea
204812 — approved
5 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Joyce Yin yea · Hank Dempsey yea
Tue Feb 4, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Council Transportation Committee

Mountain View Council Transportation Committee meeting canceled

This meeting was canceled; no items were discussed or decided. The next meeting is scheduled for March 4, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Feb 4, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee will elect new Chair and Vice Chair for 2025

The Mountain View Downtown Committee will approve the December 3, 2024 meeting minutes and receive updates on downtown development and Castro Street. Staff will present an overview of the Police Department Transparency Dashboard and the Retail Coach Report on downtown vacancy. Presentations from the Performing Arts and Visual Arts committees will discuss collaboration. The Committee will nominate and elect a new Chair and Vice Chair for 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee meeting canceled for Feb. 3

The Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for February 3, 2025 was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for February 18.

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MEETING CANCELED
Wed Jan 29, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

BPAC to review proposed Transportation Demand Management Ordinance framework

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review and recommend a framework for the Citywide Transportation Demand Management Ordinance to the Environmental Planning Commission and City Council. They will also elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2025, receive an update on the Vision Zero outreach campaign, and review the FY 2024-25 Work Plan. A report on collisions involving pedestrians and cyclists will be presented by Police Department staff.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204934 — approved
4 yea · 1 abstain
Lada Adamic yea · Serge Bonte abstain · James Kuszmaul yea · Terry Barton yea · John Stone yea
Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 5:00 PM

City Council

Council to discuss homeless response strategy and expenditure plan

The City Council will hold a study session on the draft Pathways to Housing-Homeless Response Strategy Implementation and Expenditure Plan, seeking feedback on a seven- to ten-year roadmap. A public hearing will consider a five-unit detached rowhouse project at 198 Easy Street, including heritage tree removal. New business includes a potential modification to mobile home rent stabilization, lowering the annual increase cap from 100% CPI-U to 75% with a narrower floor. Consent items cover significant appropriations for water, sewer, landfill gas, and park projects.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204763 — approved
4 nay · 2 yea · 1 absent
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks nay · John McAlister absent · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos nay · Ellen Kamei yea
204763 — voted
7 yea · 7 nay
Chris Clark yea · Alison Hicks nay · John McAlister yea · Lucas Ramirez nay · Pat Showalter nay · Emily Ann Ramos nay · Ellen Kamei yea · Chris Clark nay · Alison Hicks yea · John McAlister nay · Lucas Ramirez yea · Pat Showalter yea · Emily Ann Ramos yea · Ellen Kamei nay
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Board of Library Trustees

Library Board to elect new Chair and Vice Chair

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to elect its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The board will also review updates from the History Center and the Library Director's report.

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Library Program Room - 2nd floor
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204923 — approved
4 yea
Kuldip Ambastha yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kristin Higaki yea · Eric Nehrlich yea
204924 — approved
4 yea
Kuldip Ambastha yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kristin Higaki yea · Eric Nehrlich yea
204926 — approved
8 yea
Kuldip Ambastha yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kristin Higaki yea · Eric Nehrlich yea · Kuldip Ambastha yea · Barbara Weesen-Baer yea · Kristin Higaki yea · Eric Nehrlich yea
Thu Jan 23, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Rental Housing Committee

Rental Housing Committee to review appeal decisions and state law updates

The Committee will consider whether to accept or modify tentative appeal decisions regarding three rental housing petitions. Members will also receive updates on the Rent Stabilization Division's outreach program and recent California landlord-tenant legislation.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204916 — approved
5 yea
Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Edie Keating yea
Karen Tiedemann, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions Spanish language translations were provided. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No…
5 yea
Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Edie Keating yea
Nazanin Salehi, Special Counsel, Goldfarb and Lipman, presented an oral report and responded to questions. SPEAKING FROM THE FLOOR WITH COMMENTS: No public comments received. PRESENTATION AND…
5 yea
Alex Brown yea · Mark Balch yea · Robert Cox yea · Kevin Ma yea · Edie Keating yea
Wed Jan 22, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Administrative Zoning Hearing for January 22, 2025, is canceled

The Administrative Zoning Hearing scheduled for January 22, 2025, has been cancelled. The next hearing is scheduled for February 12, 2025.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Jan 21, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee plans Teen Week and 2025-26 member recruitment

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to coordinate upcoming youth events and subcommittee updates. Members will discuss recruitment strategies for the 2025-26 school year and planning for Teen Week.

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The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204909 — approved
12 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Naisha John yea · Sophia Lew yea · Taylor Luna yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jiwoo Oh yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kaelyn Tan yea · Meital Zayats yea
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 6:15 PM

Performing Arts Committee

Performing Arts Committee to elect new chair and vice chair

The Performing Arts Committee will approve December 2024 minutes, elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson, and select a replacement for former Chair McAlister on the SecondStage ad hoc committee.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204877 — approved
3 yea
Carol Donahue yea · Yao Yao yea · David Garcia yea
204907 — approved
3 yea
Carol Donahue yea · Yao Yao yea · David Garcia yea
approved
3 yea
Carol Donahue yea · Yao Yao yea · David Garcia yea
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

Commission to get 2025 special events update, elect officers

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will approve minutes from December 11, 2024, receive a presentation on 2025 special events from the Recreation Manager, and elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The meeting includes opportunities for public comment on non-agenda items.

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Plaza Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204880 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea · Sandy Sommer yea
204882 — approved
5 yea
Ronit Bryant yea · Steve Filios yea · Joe Mitchner yea · Jonathan Davis yea · Sandy Sommer yea
Wed Jan 15, 2025 · 7:00 PM

Environmental Planning Commission

Commission to review rezoning for several sites including Mountain View Transit Center

The Environmental Planning Commission will review and provide recommendations to the City Council regarding proposed rezoning and General Plan amendments for multiple sites. The body will also receive a presentation on the Economic Vitality Strategy and elect a Chair and Vice Chair.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204908 — approved
6 yea
Bill Cranston yea · Paul Donahue yea · Alex Nunez yea · Joyce Yin yea · Jose Gutierrez yea · Hank Dempsey yea
Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 5:30 PM

City Council

City council to elect new mayor and vice mayor in reorganizational meeting

This special meeting focuses on recognizing outgoing councilmembers, swearing in new members, and electing the next mayor and vice mayor. No other business items are on the agenda.

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Council Chambers and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jan 8, 2025 · 6:00 PM

Visual Arts Committee

Visual Arts Committee meeting canceled for January 8, 2025

The Visual Arts Committee meeting scheduled for January 8, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2025.

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Atrium Conference Room and Video Conference, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Wed Jan 8, 2025 · 4:00 PM

Administrative Zoning Hearing

Administrative Zoning Hearing canceled

The January 8, 2025 Administrative Zoning Hearing has been canceled. The next hearing is scheduled for January 22, 2025. No items were discussed or decided.

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Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., Mountain View, CA 94041
Tue Jan 7, 2025 · 8:00 AM

Downtown Committee

Downtown Committee meeting canceled

This Downtown Committee meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025 has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

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Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 4:30 PM

Youth Advisory Committee

Youth Advisory Committee to plan Teen Week and Summer Movie series

The Youth Advisory Committee is meeting to coordinate upcoming youth programming and receive subcommittee updates. Members will discuss a documentary project and select films for the 2025 Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series.

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The View Teen Center, 263 Escuela Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
204846 — approved
11 yea
Dylan Andrzejek yea · Katie Byon yea · Ryan Jhin yea · Naisha John yea · Sophia Lew yea · Taylor Luna yea · Victoria Ma yea · Leilani Montano yea · Jayan Nair yea · Shahana Rajasekaran yea · Kavya Wazhi yea
Thu Jan 2, 2025 · 6:30 PM

Human Relations Committee

Human Relations Commission meeting canceled

The scheduled meeting of the Human Relations Commission for January 2, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for February 6, 2025.

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