City Hall Connection
July 21, 2021
News and Information from the City of Mountain View
Take the City Foodware Ordinance Update Survey
The City is considering an update to Mountain View’s Food Service Ware Ordinance as part of the continued implementation of the City’s Zero Waste Plan, adopted in October 2019. These changes would include expanding the current ban on polystyrene foam foodware to certain other single-use plastic foodware items. The intent is to reduce the use of non-recyclable plastic food service ware in our community, landfill or as litter in our streets and waterways.

The City would like your feedback on the proposed changes. Visit MountainView.gov/Foodware to see the fact sheet, view answers to frequently asked questions and find out about upcoming information sessions.
Help Us Plan the Future of Housing in Mountain View
During the next several months, the City will host virtual events and in-person workshops at locations around our community to give residents more opportunities to provide feedback about local housing initiatives including zoning updates, housing displacement response strategy and the Housing Element Update.

The next outreach events will be:
  • Pop-ups at the Farmers’ Markets for the Housing Element Update on August 19 and Sept. 2 
  • Community-wide workshop for the Housing Element Update on Sept. 23

To learn more about the Housing Element Update and how you can participate, visit MVHousingElement.org. To learn more about the City’s housing initiatives, visit MountainView.gov/Housing.
State Adds $8 Million to Local Affordable Housing Project
With the passing of the State of California's budget last week, $8 million was included for the Lot 12 (the Bryant Street surface parking lot) affordable housing project, which is a partnership between the City, Alta Housing and the County of Santa Clara. The Lot 12 Project is expected to provide up to 120 new affordable residential units with mixed-used space for retail, incubators, performing arts education and nonprofits. 

Learn more about the project or sign up for the interest list to get updates emailed to you directly.
Local Services and City Facilities Continue to Reopen to the Public
In the last edition of City Hall Connection, details about the July 12 reopening of City Hall and expanded services at the Mountain View Public Library and The View Teen Center were featured. In this edition, here are the latest updates:
Senior Center Welcome Residents Back
On Monday, July 12, friendly faces filled the hallways and patrons were excited to participate in classes and activities at the Mountain View Senior Center. The current hours of operation hours are 10 a.m.—3 p.m. through Friday, August 6 by reservation only. Extended hours are expected to begin on Monday, August 9.

The Senior Nutrition Program will continue to offer grab-and-go lunches, Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m.—12:15 p.m.

Find out more and see what programming is happening at MountainView.gov/Seniors.
Local Free Shuttle Services Get You Where You Need to Go
MVgo, the free shuttle service geared toward commuter traffic and last-mile connections, resumed operations last week. Services began at reduced levels with new routes and changes to various stops. Service levels will increase as ridership continues to increase and local business offices reopen. In addition, the MVGo-Waze carpool partnership program and the Guaranteed Last Mile Reimbursement program have returned. For more information, visit MVgo.org.
Although the Mountain View Community Shuttle continued to operate to help people get to local health, testing and vaccine appointments, here is a reminder that the service is still available seven days a week from 10 a.m.— 6 p.m. with a shuttle arriving every 30 minutes (60 minutes on weekends and holidays). For more information about the service, where stops are located and all updates, go to MVCommunityShuttle.com.
Get the Latest Details on the City's Phased Reopening Plan
To get the latest updates on City services, public access and the phased reopening plan, visit MountainView.gov/Reopening.
Official Name Needed for County of Santa Clara's New Community Mobile Response Program
The County of Santa Clara’s new Community Mobile Response Program will significantly expand community-based mental health and crisis response services using a model where community residents, mental health workers, and emergency medical services providers respond to needs and crises in the community. The teams will respond without law enforcement personnel to encourage community members with a history of negative interactions with law enforcement to use this program.  
 
Now, the County is seeking your help in choosing a permanent name for Community Mobile Response Program. Please take the survey, before midnight on Wednesday, July 28 to cast your vote for the new permanent name.
Community Activities
Concerts on the Plaza Return
Join us for the first Concert on the Plaza of the year on Friday, July 23, from 6—7:30 p.m. in the Civic Center Plaza (500 Castro St.). To kick off the event, the RPM Band will get you moving with rock-n-roll dance music from the 70s, 80s, 90s and beyond. In addition to great family-friendly music, the Bean Scene will be open with select food items, beer and wine available for purchase. For more information, dates and the list of upcoming performers, go to MountainView.gov/PlazaEvents.
National Night Out Returns on Tuesday, August 3
National Night Out is back. Join your family, friends and neighbors for a variety of community engagement activities throughout the day, including lunch distribution at the Senior Center, lawn games with recreation camps, and video game racing at The View Teen Center. Plus, everyone is invited to visit the 200-300 blocks of Castro Street for chalk art and ice cream from 6—8 p.m. Get updates at MountainView.gov/NNO.
COVID-19 Briefing
Santa Clara County Recommends Masking Indoors for Both Vaccinated and Unvaccinated
Several Bay Area counties, including the County of Santa Clara, joined together on Friday, July 16 to recommend masking indoors for everyone. The recommendation is in response to an increase in new COVID-19 infections due to the fast-spreading Delta variant. Bay Area health officials will reassess the recommendation each week.

From the counties of Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma, and the City of Berkeley joint statement: “Out of an abundance of caution, people are recommended to wear masks indoors in settings like grocery or retail stores, theaters, and family entertainment centers, even if they are fully vaccinated as an added layer of protection for unvaccinated residents. Businesses are urged to adopt universal masking requirements for customers entering indoor areas of their businesses to provide better protection to their employees and customers. Workplaces must comply with Cal/OSHA requirements and fully vaccinated employees are encouraged to wear masks indoors if their employer has not confirmed the vaccination status of those around them. “
Mass Vaccination Site at Mountain View Community Center Closes
Mass vaccination clinic at Mountain View Community Center
Wednesday, July 21 marks the last day to receive a COVID-19 vaccine at the County Health System-operated vaccination clinic at the Mountain View Community Center. The collaborative effort between the County and the City contributed to tens of thousands of individuals being able to get a vaccine at no cost at a convenient location. The County closed the site due to declining vaccine demand. From January 22 through July 20, the County has administered 80,091 vaccinations at the Community Center location.
 
For more information about how and where to get a COVID-19 vaccine, visit sccFreeVax.org.
Free, Walk-in Vaccine Clinic at CSA this Saturday
El Camino Health is hosting a no-appointment, no-cost, walk-in vaccine clinic this Saturday, July 24 from 10 a.m. — 1 p.m. at the Community Services Agency (204 Stierlin Road). This clinic is available for all community members ages 12 and up, though a legal guardian must be present for anyone 16 or younger.

If you are unable to make it, El Camino Health is hosting several other clinics and a mobile vaccine program. For more information about this event and others, visit ElCaminoHealth.org/COVID-19-Resource-Center/Walkin-Vaccine or call 408-871-7460 for assistance.
Free Testing is Still Available
Free COVID-19 testing will be by appointment only and offered on Wednesday, July 28 at the Mountain View Community Center-Redwood Hall (201 S. Rengstorff Ave.). To sign up, visit sccFreeTest.org.
Upcoming Meetings & Events
For a complete list and more information, visit MountainView.gov/Events.

  • July 21 | Summer Park Pop-up at Sylvan Park | 4 p.m.
  • July 23 | Concerts on the Plaza with RPM | 6 p.m.
  • July 23 | Summer Movie Night at Stevenson Park - Onward | 8:30 p.m.
  • July 28 | Summer Park Pop-up at Rengstorff Park | 4 p.m.
  • July 30 | Summer Movie Night at Whisman Park - Scoob! | 8:30 p.m.
  • August 3 | National Night Out | All-day
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