City Hall Connection

June 29, 2022

News and Information from the City of Mountain View

Stage 2 Water Shortage Emergency Declared in Mountain View

Mandatory water conservation measures now being implemented including restricting outdoor irrigation to two days


At its Tuesday, June 28 meeting, the Mountain View City Council declared a Stage 2 water shortage emergency condition to further increase water conservation in response to California entering a third year of dry conditions.


Under a Stage 2 water shortage, customers are assigned specific irrigation days based on their street address. The two-day irrigation schedule is, as follows:


  • Even addresses – Irrigation allowed Tuesdays and Fridays.
  • Odd addresses – Irrigation allowed Mondays and Thursdays.


Other Stage 2 water use restrictions now in effect include:

  • Washing paved or hard surfaces is prohibited, except by bucket or for health and safety.
  • At-home vehicle washing is prohibited, except by bucket.
  • Filling decorative water features is prohibited, except to sustain aquatic life.
  • Hotels must offer guests the option to reuse sheets and towels.
  • Time allowed to repair leaks is five days.


See the full news release here


For more information about Stage 2 water use restrictions, visit MountainView.gov/Drought. For questions, call the Water Conservation Hotline at 650-903-6216.

City Council Adopts Fiscal Year 2022-23 Budget

On Tuesday, June 28, the Mountain View City Council unanimously approved a structurally balanced budget for Fiscal Year 2022-23.

 

The total budgeted appropriations for all funds for Fiscal Year 2022-23 is $471.8 million and $164.8 million for just the General Operating Fund. The City projects to end the year with a $3.5 million surplus. In recent years, the City has experienced strong revenue growth with a larger-than-normal net operating balance that allowed the City to address infrastructure needs and unfunded liabilities. This situation has helped the City to weather revenue losses experienced during the past two fiscal years of the pandemic.

 

The budget also outlines how the second distribution of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding—approximately $7.8 million—will be utilized by the City over the coming fiscal year. The purpose of these federal funds is to assist the City and its community to address the negative economic impacts from the pandemic. The City was awarded approximately $15.7 million in direct ARPA funding over two years, which must be fully committed by December 2024 and expended by December 2026.

 

At the June 28 meeting, the Council also held a public hearing on a recommended trash/recycling/organics rate increase. As of July 1, these rates will go up by 6%. The increase will result in a monthly increase of $2.25 per month for a 32-gallon cart for an average single-family home. The fee change was necessary to continue the operating and financial sustainability of the Solid Waste Fund and the services provided. Water and wastewater rates were also approved to increase by 12% and 8% respectively, due primarily to cost increases of the water supplier and wastewater treatment plant operator.

 

The City’s new fiscal year begins July 1 and runs through June 30, 2023. For more information about the budget, view the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Recommended Budget Report.

 

This meeting was also the Council’s last meeting of this fiscal year. The Council is now on recess through the end of August.

Annual Water Quality Report is Now Available

The City of Mountain View has released the 2021 Consumer Confidence Report, also known as the Water Quality Report.


The report describes where your water comes from and how it compares to drinking water standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the State Water Resources Control Board. 


View the report online. To request a paper copy of the 2021 Consumer Confidence Report or for questions, call 650-903-6241.

Mora Park is Now Open

The City of Mountain View kicked off summer 2022 with the grand opening of Mora Park on Wednesday, June 22!


Located at the corner of Ortega Avenue and Mora Drive, Mora Park is a .45-acre park that features a flower-themed play area, fitness equipment, public art bench, open lawn space and a small seating area. The City hopes everyone enjoys this new addition to the community.


See the opening ceremony and public art unveiling via the City's YouTube channel.

Celebrate Independence Day Safely

Fire Safety Message

Fire agencies throughout Santa Clara County including the Mountain View Fire Department have partnered to remind residents that fireworks are illegal, dangerous and can result in fires and injuries that are easily preventable.


This year, the danger of fireworks-caused fires is extreme.


Community members are encouraged to participate in safe, legal and fun activities such as Mountain View's Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular to celebrate Independence Day. 

Community Activities and Services

Reminder: Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular

Celebrate Independence Day at the Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular with the San Francisco Symphony at Shoreline Amphitheatre.


Mountain View residents may purchase discounted lawn and upper reserve tickets for $15 each (eight tickets per household). Discounted tickets are courtesy of Shoreline Amphitheatre and the City of Mountain View. Print and bring the Fireworks Spectacular coupon along with proof of residency (a driver's license AND a current utility bill with a Mountain View address) to receive discounted tickets.


The Shoreline Amphitheatre box office is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays and on event days starting at noon.


For more information, including the printable coupon, visit MountainView.gov/Fireworks.

Summer Outdoor Movie Night Kicks Off Soon

The 2022 Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series starts Friday evening on July 8 and will continue through Aug. 12. All movies begin at 8:30 p.m. or dark. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show.  

 

Series Schedule:

  • July 8: Cuesta Park - Sing 2 (PG)
  • July 15: Stevenson Park - Encanto (PG)     
  • July 22: Whisman Park - Luca (PG)
  • July 29: Sylvan Park - Paw Patrol: The Movie (PG)
  • Aug. 5: Eagle Park - Ghostbusters: Afterlife (PG-13)
  • Aug. 12: Rengstorff Park - Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG)

OnStage at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts

July 10 | Pocket Opera presents La Traviata | Tickets

July 14–17 | Peninsula Youth Theatre presents Disney's Frozen JR | Tickets

July 29 | Socially Inept: Roast of Silicon Valley | Tickets

Aug. 6–7 | Lamplighter's Music Theatre presents Iolanthe | Tickets

Aug. 13–14 | Bayer Ballet Company presents Esmerelda | Tickets

Aug. 19–Sep. 11 | TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents Hershey Felder as Monsieur Chopin | Tickets

Aug. 26 –Sep. 4 | Soaring Dragon Endeavors presents White Sky, Falling Dragon | Tickets

COVID-19 Briefing

COVID-19 Testing

The next County of Santa Clara COVID-19 testing dates at the Mountain View Community Center (Rengstorff Park) are:

  • July 11
  • July 25
  • Aug. 8
  • Aug. 22


Appointments are from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. To get an appointment for this site or at a County-run testing location, go to sccFreeTest.org.

COVID-19 Vaccinations and Boosters

The County of Santa Clara has opened a new vaccine and booster shot clinic at 435 San Antonio Road (formerly JoAnn Fabrics and Crafts store) for anyone 6 months or older. The site is currently by appointment only.


Here are other ways to get your COVID-19 vaccinations and booster shots: 

  • Contact your health provider.
  • Ask at a local pharmacy.
  • Find an appointment at sccFreeVax.org.
SCCPHD COVID-19 Data Dashboard

Upcoming Meetings & Events

For a complete list and more information, visit MountainView.gov/Events.

July 1 | Theatre in the Park: My Father’s Dragon | 3 p.m. | Pioneer Park ParkStage

July 4 | Most City offices will be closed for Independence Day | All day

July 6 | Development Review Committee | 2 p.m. | register to be a speaker

July 7 | Housing and Eviction Prevention Help Center | 1–5 p.m. | Library

July 8 | Theatre in the Park: The Three Little Pigs | 3 p.m. | Pioneer Park ParkStage

July 8 | Concerts on the Plaza: The David Landon Band | 6–7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza

July 8 | Summer Outdoor Movie Night: Sing 2 | 8:30 p.m. (or dark) | Cuesta Park

July 11 | Free COVID-19 Testing | 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m | Mountain View Community Center

July 13 | Administrative Zoning Hearing | 4 p.m. | online


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