City Hall Connection
April 14, 2021
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News and Information from the City of Mountain View
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Proposed Changes to Smoking Ordinance |
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City of Mountain View staff are working on an amendment to the City Ordinance on Smoking. The new amendment would prohibit smoking in multi-unit residences including apartments, condominiums, townhomes and triplexes. This proposal would also prohibit smoking inside the dwelling and on outdoor patios and decks in these locations.
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Shoreline Boulevard Improvements Underway |
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The City of Mountain View is taking action now to prepare for future growth of the North Bayshore Area. Construction has begun on North Shoreline Boulevard for bike, pedestrian, mass transit and utility improvements. Tree mitigation is underway.
The Shoreline Boulevard Transit Lane and Utility Improvements project involves:
- Constructing a dedicated center-running, reversible bus lane on Shoreline Boulevard between Middlefield Road and Pear Avenue.
- Providing protected bike lanes and bike lane safety improvements on Shoreline Boulevard between Middlefield Road and Terra Bella Avenue.
- Creating a protected intersection at Middlefield Road and Shoreline Boulevard, along with new sidewalks for pedestrians.
- Replacing traffic signals at the five intersections along the project corridor.
- Installing new water and sewer mains.
The City expects the project to be completed by the end of 2022.
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REI Subcommittee to Meet on AAPI Recent Events |
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The Ad-Hoc Council Subcommittee on Race, Equity and Inclusion (REI Subcommittee) will meet on Thursday, April 22 at 5 p.m. to discuss recent events and efforts to address xenophobia and anti-Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) sentiment.
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Mountain View Film Festival Tickets Now Available |
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27 films in two days? You bet.
Get tickets to a diverse and inclusive slate of films including: six feature films, 16 short films and seven short films shot on mobile devices.
Enjoy comedy, drama and insight into the theme of Race, Equity and Inclusion. And join us for the films, panel discussions, awards and to vote for the audience favorites. Discussions will be open to live chat, polls and Q&A.
Grab a ticket for one day or both and be part of the first Mountain View International (Inclusive) Film Festival. More about the festival, how to buy tickets and other updates at MountainView.gov/FilmFest. |
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Mountain View Public Library Partially Reopens April 15 |
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The Mountain View Public Library will reopen to the public for limited services and at a limited capacity starting on Thursday, April 15.
Available services will include:
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Grab & Go Indoor Browsing and Holds Pickup: Thursday to Saturday, 2–6 p.m.
- With capacity limits, according to State/County guidelines.
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Computer use: 45-minute appointments (walk-ups if available): Thursday to Saturday, 2– 6 p.m.
- Limited number of computers due to physical distancing requirements.
The Library will continue to offer Grab and Go Outdoor Holds Pickup on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2–6 p.m. Staff will continue to provide virtual programs and events, deliver to homebound customers, and provide assistance for those using the Library’s digital resources.
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MVPD and MVFD Building Lobby Now Reopened |
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Starting this week, the lobby of the Mountain View Police and Fire Administration Building (1000 Villa St.) will reopen Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., with modifications.
Community members are highly encouraged to make appointments online for certain services. However, walk-in traffic will be accommodated with restrictions. Any property or evidence pickup will remain by appointment only.
All police services will resume with the exception of LiveScan fingerprints for the public. LiveScan services will be for City of Mountain View applicants/vendors by appointment only, until further notice.
To enter the building, the following is required:
- Masks are required.
- Use hand sanitizer.
- Do not to enter the building if you display any symptoms of COVID-19.
- Only two people will be allowed in at a time to accommodated for social distancing guidelines.
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Youth and Community Activities |
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Celebrate Virtual Earth Day on April 22 |
Mountain View's Virtual Earth Day event is taking place Thursday, April 22 from 6-8:30 p.m. The virtual event will feature speakers from the Planet Bee Foundation, Acterra, Recology and Cool Block. Community members will also be giving 5-minute ‘micro talks’ about how they are “Restoring the Earth.” Plus, the winners of the City's video and poster contests will be announced live during the event.
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Spring into Summer Activity and Event Series |
“Spring into Summer” is a new series of activities and events celebrating health, community and our beautiful city from April through June.
Activities include:
- Parks Passport
- #WeRunMV Virtual 5K & 10K
- Drive-In Movie Nights
- Sprouting Around Mountain View Social Media Campaign
- Virtual Dance-a-thon
- Brunch in a Box
- Printable activities and more!
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National River Cleanup Starts May 1 |
Did you know close to 47,000 pounds of trash was collected in 2019 on National River Cleanup Day in Santa Clara County? While cleaning your neighborhoods for this year's #NRCD2021, you can use the CleanSwell app to track and log what you find. The app will show your collective impact and provide crucial data to drive solutions. Sign up today!
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Homebound Vaccination Program |
On Tuesday, April 6, the Mountain View Fire Department began delivering COVID-19 vaccinations to eligible Mountain View residents who are homebound and unable to travel to a clinic. These are the first in a series of mobile vaccinations being made available to eligible members of the community. Vaccination efforts are coordinated through the Santa Clara County Public Health Department and administered by City of Mountain View firefighter/paramedics.
The Fire Department is anticipating the delivery of additional COVID-19 vaccinations to elderly, disabled and otherwise homebound residents. For more information on this program, email CovidVaxHome@phd.sccgov.org. |
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Extended Hours at Mountain View’s Vaccination Clinic through April 16 |
In partnership with the City, the County of Santa Clara has extended the hours of operations for the Mountain View Community Center vaccination clinic by 90 minutes from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. this week only. The last appointment will be scheduled for 6 p.m. The extended hours are due to the County receiving an increase in COVID-19 vaccine supply. To schedule a vaccine appointment, visit SCCFreeVax.org. |
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County Expands Vaccine Eligibility |
Individuals age 16 and older who live or work in Santa Clara County are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. On Tuesday, April 13, County of Santa Clara officials announced they expanded vaccine eligibility due to a significant increase in vaccine supplies from the federal government. Appointments may be made through the County of Santa Clara web portal SCCFreeVax.org. |
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Whether you have COVID-19 symptoms or not, it is important to get tested even if you are vaccinated. Getting tested helps County Public Health monitor COVID variants that are circulating in our community. Visit SCCFreeTest.org to find a testing site near you.
The next free COVID-19 diagnostic testing events at the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts (500 Castro St.) are:
- Tuesday, April 20 by County of Santa Clara (sign up underway)
Additional testing locations may be found at SCCFreeTest.org or by calling 2-1-1.
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While more COVID-19 vaccines are on the way, only 28.6% of Santa Clara County residents have been fully vaccinated as of April 13. Let's continue to work together in overcoming this pandemic by masking up, keeping your distance, washing your hands frequently and getting vaccinated when it's your turn.
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Upcoming Meetings & Events |
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All events (except for COVID-19 testing) listed below will be held virtually.
• REI Subcommittee Meeting | April 22 | 5 p.m.
• Virtual Earth Day| April 22 | 6 p.m.
• Mountain View Film Festival | April 24-25 | 10 a.m.–10 p.m.
• City Council Meeting | April 27 | 5:15 p.m.
• Free COVID-19 Testing at MVCPA (El Camino Health)| April 29 | By Appointment
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AskMV at Your Service
Available 24/7, Ask Mountain View is an easy way to send your questions, concerns and compliments directly to City staff who can help you. Download the app or submit a request online at MountainView.gov/AskMV.
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