Mountain View public meetings in 2024

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on January 15, 2025.

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two development proposals: a five-unit rowhouse at 198 Easy Street with removal of 8 heritage trees, and a 39,399-square-foot Toyota dealership at Old Middlefield Way and Independence Avenue with removal of 80 heritage trees. Both projects are recommended as categorically exempt from CEQA. Public comment on non-agenda items is also taken.

• Five-unit rowhouse at 198 Easy Street requiring removal of 8 heritage trees
• 39,399 sq ft Toyota dealership at Old Middlefield Way removing 80 heritage trees
• Both projects seek CEQA exemption under In-Fill Development (Section 15332)
• Heritage Tree Removal Permits for 8 and 80 trees respectively
• Public hearing for Planned Unit Development, Development Review, Special Design, and Vesting Tentative Map permits

The Zoning Administrator approved two projects at the December 18, 2024 hearing. The first, at 198 Easy Street, was approved for both development and subdivision. The second, at Old Middlefield Way and Independence Avenue, was approved with modified conditions, including changes to rooftop lighting and screening. Both approvals were made with a 2-0 vote.

• Approved development portion of 198 Easy Street project (2-0)
• Approved subdivision portion of 198 Easy Street project (2-0)
• Approved Old Middlefield Way/Independence Avenue project with modified conditions (2-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on two major housing projects: a mixed-use development with 836 rental units, commercial space, and a park at 675-685 East Middlefield Road, and a 100-unit affordable housing project at 334 San Antonio Road. Consent calendar items include $8 million for a 268-unit affordable project at 87 East Evelyn Avenue and $11.3 million for a 143-unit project at 57-67 East Evelyn Avenue. A study session will review options to strengthen the Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance. The Council will also consider revisions to the Public Safety Building project scope.

• Public hearing on 675-685 East Middlefield Road mixed-use project: 836 units, 40 heritage tree removals, 0.52-acre park
• Public hearing on 334 San Antonio Road: 100% affordable 99-unit plus manager unit using state density bonus
• Appropriate $8 million in Housing Impact funds for Affirmed Housing 268-unit project at 87 East Evelyn Avenue
• Reserve $11.3 million in Below Market In-Lieu Fees for Charities Housing 143-unit project at 57-67 East Evelyn Avenue
• Study session on Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance options to meet anti-displacement goals

Rental Housing Committee

The Rental Housing Committee will review a proposal to modify the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. The meeting also includes an appeal hearing regarding specific petition decisions and a notification of clarification for utility regulations.

• Proposal to lower annual mobile home rent adjustments from 100% to 75% of the Consumer Price Index
• Appeal hearings for Petition Nos. C23240057 and C23240058
• Notification of minor clarification in CSFRA Regulations Chapter 13: Utilities
• Approval of November 14, 2024, meeting minutes

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review the Safe Routes to School final report for fiscal year 2023-24. Members will also receive updates on the Miramonte Avenue Bikeways study and US 101/San Antonio-Rengstorff interchange projects.

• Safe Routes to School Final Report Fiscal Year 2023-24
• Miramonte Avenue Bikeways Preliminary Design Study (Project 23-31)
• VTA update on US 101/San Antonio-Rengstorff Interchange Projects
• BPAC Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan review

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the October 30, 2024 meeting minutes. Staff identified an error in the Safe Routes to School report and will return with it later. The committee received updates on the US 101/San Antonio-Rengstorff interchange and Miramonte Avenue bikeways, offering comments but taking no formal action on these items.

• Approved October 30, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Safe Routes to School report deferred due to methodology error
• Received VTA update on US 101/San Antonio-Rengstorff interchange
• Received Miramonte Avenue Bikeways preliminary design update
• Received VTA BPAC update and FY 2024-25 work plan

Tennis Advisory Committee

The December 12, 2024 meeting of the Tennis Advisory Board has been canceled due to lack of quorum. No business was conducted.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

Council Neighborhoods Committee

The Council Neighborhoods Committee will review a summary of 2024 neighborhood meetings and the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Neighborhood Grant Program. Members will provide direction on potential modifications to the grant program and preview the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Neighborhood Grant Program
• Discussion of potential modifications to the Neighborhood Grant Program
• Planning of calendar year 2025 committee meetings
• Approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will review permit requests for a five-unit townhouse development and a music studio. One item regarding a Toyota dealership has been postponed to December 18, 2024.

• 198 Easy Street: Request to build a five-unit detached townhouse development and remove 8 Heritage trees
• 278 Hope Street Suite E: Request for a Provisional Use Permit for a 1,483 square-foot music studio
• 2249-2283, 2319-2325 and 2385 Old Middlefield Way/775 Independence Avenue: Toyota dealership project postponed to Dec 18

The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved a use permit for 278 Hope Street Suite E (PL-6317) for Queen of Gaya LLC. Two other items were continued to December 18, 2024: 198 Easy Street and the Old Middlefield Way/Independence Avenue project. No public comments were made on the approved item.

• Conditionally approved PL-6317 for 278 Hope Street Suite E
• Continued 198 Easy Street (PL-2024-018/019) to 12/18/2024
• Continued Old Middlefield Way/Independence Avenue (PL-2024-019) to 12/18/2024

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will meet to consider two appeals regarding the removal of heritage trees. The board is set to vote on resolutions to uphold staff decisions for appeals at 1569 Alison Avenue and 697 Pettis Avenue.

• Vote to deny removal of one heritage tree at 1569 Alison Avenue
• Vote to approve removal of one heritage tree at 697 Pettis Avenue
• Approval of November 13, 2024 commission minutes
• Public comment period for non-agenda items
• Meeting held via video conference

The Urban Forestry Board denied an appeal to remove a heritage tree at 1569 Alison Avenue, upholding staff's decision. The board also accepted an appeal at 697 Pettis Avenue, denying staff's approval to remove a heritage tree because conditions of the Heritage Tree Ordinance were not met. Both decisions were made by unanimous votes, with Chair Sommer recused from the 697 Pettis item.

• Denied appeal to remove heritage tree at 1569 Alison Avenue (5-0)
• Upheld staff's decision to deny removal of heritage tree at 1569 Alison Avenue (5-0)
• Accepted appeal and denied removal of heritage tree at 697 Pettis Avenue (4-0, Chair recused)

Visual Arts Committee

The Mountain View Visual Arts Committee will review staff updates on Capital Improvement Program public art projects and receive a report from an ad hoc committee working with Arts Mountain View. Members will discuss feedback from a recent City Council study session to plan next steps for a citywide public art strategy, which outlines how future artwork is placed in community spaces. The body will also recognize two members for 11 years of service and approve November meeting minutes. No policy votes or funding approvals are scheduled.

• Staff updates on Capital Improvement Program (CIP) public art projects
• Ad hoc committee report from Arts Mountain View collaboration
• Discussion on next steps for a public art strategy following October 2024 City Council feedback
• Recognition of Committee members Jesse Cupp and Don Whitebread for 11 years of service
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council and Shoreline Regional Park Community will meet to consider zoning changes to remove minimum parking requirements for residential developments in specific areas. The body will also vote on various public art projects, infrastructure improvements, and the dissolution of two advisory boards.

• Elimination of minimum parking standards for residential uses in Downtown, El Camino Real, San Antonio, and East Whisman Precise Plans
• Approval of $121,200 for Stephen Galloway art and $4,000 for a mural at the Shoreline Boathouse Expansion
• Authorization of a $1,600,000 budget for Castro Street curb ramp improvements
• Contract amendments for building plan checking services with Shums Coda Associates ($1.3M total) and CSG Consultants ($275K total)
• Dissolution of the Senior Advisory Committee and the Public Safety Advisory Board

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for December 10, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2025.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to approve the 2025 meeting schedule and discuss the updated planning calendar for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The board will also consider accepting two private donations.

• Acceptance of $250 anonymous donation
• Acceptance of $500 donation from Heidi Gerster Kikawada
• Approval of Calendar Year 2025 meeting dates
• Review of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Updated Planning Calendar

The Board of Library Trustees approved the 2025 meeting calendar, removing third Monday meetings in November and December and scheduling a special meeting on December 8, 2025. They also accepted donations totaling $750 and approved the October 21, 2024 minutes. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved October 21, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted donations: $250 anonymous, $500 Heidi Gerster Kikawada (5-0)
• Approved 2025 meeting dates with edits (4-0, 1 abstention)

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission will receive an overview of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME program plans for fiscal years 2025‑30 and 2025‑26. Commissioners will discuss the policy framework for implementing these programs and preview the upcoming funding cycle. No formal action is required on this item.

• Approve minutes from the November 7, 2024 regular meeting (no action needed)
• Approve minutes from the November 12, 2024 special meeting (no action needed)
• Storytelling Ad Hoc Committee will give an oral update (no action)
• LGBTQ+ Listening Forum Committee will give an oral update (no action)
• Review of FY 2025‑30 Consolidated Plan and FY 2025‑26 Annual Action Plan for CDBG/HOME (discussion, no action)

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission will hold a study session on potential zoning code amendments and incentives for affordable housing on religious and community assembly sites and other sites south of the El Camino Real Precise Plan, in line with Housing Element Programs 1.4 and 2.6. They will also receive a presentation on the Economic Vitality Strategy, consider adopting draft EPC norms, and approve the 2025 meeting calendar.

• Study session on Housing Element Programs 1.4 and 2.6: incentives for affordable housing on religious sites and south of El Camino Real Precise Plan
• Presentation on Economic Vitality Strategy (adopted April 23, 2024)
• Consider adoption of Draft EPC Norms
• Approve EPC Public Meeting Calendar for 2025

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee will approve the schedule for its 2025 meetings and review modifications to the Home Company Program revisions. The committee will also discuss questions regarding TheatreWorks Silicon Valley.

• Approve 2025 Performing Arts Committee meeting dates
• Review and approve modifications to Home Company Program revisions
• Follow up on Home Company Review Questions: TheatreWorks Silicon Valley

The Performing Arts Committee unanimously approved the November 7, 2024 minutes with a file-name correction, the 2025 meeting dates, and modifications to the Home Company Program memorandum (originally approved Oct 3, 2024) in response to TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's proposal. The committee also reviewed TheatreWorks' follow-up answers to questions from the October 16 meeting and heard public comments. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved November 7, 2024 minutes with file-name modification (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Performing Arts Committee meeting dates (4-0)
• Approved modifications to Home Company Program memorandum (4-0)

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will review minutes from the October 1, 2024 meeting and discuss the 2025 meeting calendar. Staff will also provide updates on downtown development projects and Castro Street activities.

• Approval of October 1, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Downtown Committee meeting schedule
• Downtown development project updates
• Castro Street activity updates
• Upcoming topics: Vacant Storefronts, Parking Plan, Art/Murals

Council Youth Services Committee

The Council Youth Services Committee will consider recommending the Youth Advisory Committee 2024-25 Work Plan for City Council approval. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the meeting also includes public oral communications and committee comments.

• Recommendation to approve the Youth Advisory Committee Work Plan 2024-25 and forward to City Council

Council Appointments Review Committee

The Council Appointments Review Committee will interview applicants for various board, commission, and committee openings and make recommendations to the City Council. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its November 2, 2023 meeting. Public comment is invited on both agenda and non-agenda items.

• Interview applicants for Board, Commission, and Committee openings and make recommendations to City Council
• Approve meeting minutes of November 2, 2023
• Public oral communications on non-agenda items (three minutes per speaker)

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two major development projects and vote on recommendations to the City Council. The first is a 99-unit, 100% affordable housing project at 334 San Antonio Road. The second is a large mixed-use development at 675-685 E. Middlefield Road with 836 rental units, 275,200 square feet of office space, and removal of 40 heritage trees.

• 334 San Antonio Road: 99-unit 100% affordable rental housing, 8 stories, density bonus, on 0.62 acres
• 675-685 E. Middlefield Road: 836 residential units in three buildings (7 and 8 stories), 2,344 sq ft ground-floor commercial
• Proposed 275,200 sq ft office building and 8.5-level parking structure at Middlefield site
• 0.52-acre publicly accessible park and removal of 40 heritage trees at Middlefield site
• Vesting tentative tract map to create five lots with further subdivision for condominiums

The Commission approved a permit for a 100% affordable rental housing development at 334 San Antonio Road. It also recommended City Council approval for a mixed-use project at 675-685 E. Middlefield Road featuring 836 rental units and an office building.

• Approved permit for 99-unit, 100% affordable rental housing at 334 San Antonio Road (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approval for mixed-use project at 675-685 E. Middlefield Road with 836 rental units, office building, and park (7-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Vesting Tentative Tract Map for 675-685 E. Middlefield Road (7-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The City of Mountain View Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024 was canceled. No agenda items were considered. The committee will reconvene on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.

Council Policy and Procedures Committee

The Council Policy and Procedures Committee is meeting to discuss membership requirements for committees. The body will also receive an update on anticipated agenda topics for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

• Amendments to Council Policy K-2 regarding Council Advisory Bodies and membership requirements
• Staff update on CPPC agenda topics for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Approval of April 25, 2024 meeting minutes

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 20, 2024, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The City Council holds a public hearing to decide on a Planned Community Permit and related approvals for a 70-unit condominium development (20% affordable) at 2645-2655 Fayette Drive, a Builder's Remedy project. The project would remove six existing dwelling units and a 6,900 sq ft commercial building, and remove nine heritage trees on a 0.67-acre site. In a study session, council will review the draft Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan Visioning Framework and boundary expansions. Consent items include approving a scope of work with Cascadia Consulting Group for a decarbonization goal analysis and climate vulnerability assessment.

• Public hearing: conditional approval for 70-unit condo at 2645-2655 Fayette Drive (Builder's Remedy), including heritage tree removal
• Study session: review draft Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan Visioning Framework and boundaries, including 500/555 West Middlefield Road and 500 Moffett Boulevard
• Consent: approve revised scope of work with Cascadia Consulting Group for 2035/2040 decarbonization goal analysis and climate vulnerability assessment
• Consent: accept completion of Sleeper Avenue Bridge repair phase (Project 23-39) and authorize final payment
• Proclamation: presentation for Small Business Saturday (no action)

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for November 19, 2024, is canceled. The next meeting will be held on December 4, 2024.

Rental Housing Committee

The Rental Housing Committee will approve minutes from its October 24, 2024 meeting and receive quarterly financial expenditure reports for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance for FY 2024‑25 through September 30, 2024. It will also receive the Rent Stabilization Division FY 2024‑25 report. The committee will consider tentative appeal decisions for petitions C23240043 and C23240025, and hold a study session on the Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance.

• Approve minutes for the October 24, 2024 Rental Housing Committee meeting (Item 3.1)
• Receive quarterly financial expenditures for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act (Item 3.2, Attachment 1)
• Receive quarterly financial expenditures for the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance (Item 3.2, Attachment 2)
• Receive the Rent Stabilization Division FY 2024‑25 report through September 30, 2024 (Item 3.3)
• Consider tentative appeal decisions for Petition No. C23240043 and Petition No. C23240025 (Items 5.1 and 5.2)

The Rental Housing Committee approved the Rent Stabilization Division's financial reports and meeting minutes. The committee also resolved two separate appeal hearings regarding tenant petitions and received a presentation on the city's Tenant Relocation Assistance Ordinance.

• Approved October 24, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approved FY 2024-25 financial expenditure reports
• Approved Rent Stabilization Division FY 2024-25 report
• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision for Petition No. C23240043
• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision for Petition No. C23240025 with $503.02 refund

Public Safety Advisory Board

The Public Safety Advisory Board meeting scheduled for November 14, 2024, has been canceled because a quorum could not be reached. No items were discussed or decided. The next meeting date has not been set.

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings on two items. First, a request for a Development Review Permit, Heritage Tree Removal Permit, and Tentative Map to demolish a single-family house and build a seven-story, 80-unit residential condominium (20% affordable) with three levels of parking at 294-296 Tyrella Avenue. Second, a request for a two-year permit extension for a previously approved Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit for a 105,264-square-foot mixed-use commercial building with reduced parking at 590 Castro Street. The body may approve, deny, or continue each item.

• 80-unit residential condominium with 20% affordable units at 294-296 Tyrella Avenue (APN 160-32-001 & 160-32-002)
• Heritage tree removal permit and tentative map for the Tyrella Avenue project
• Two-year permit extension for a four-story, 105,264 sq ft mixed-use commercial building at 590 Castro Street
• Reduced parking from 314 to 255 spaces and removal of nine heritage trees for the Castro Street project
• Preliminary parcel map to combine five lots into one at 590 Castro Street

The Administrative Zoning Hearing conditionally approved the development and subdivision portions of the 590 Castro Street project (PL-6217 & PL-6465) by a 2-0 vote. The 294-296 Tyrella Avenue project (PL-2023-102 and PL-2023-103) was continued to a date uncertain for both its development and subdivision portions. No public comment was made on the 590 Castro Street item, and the meeting adjourned at 4:29 p.m.

• Conditionally approved development portion of 590 Castro Street project (2-0)
• Conditionally approved subdivision portion of 590 Castro Street project (2-0)
• Continued development portion of 294-296 Tyrella Avenue project to date uncertain
• Continued subdivision portion of 294-296 Tyrella Avenue project to date uncertain (2-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will review site options for a recycled water reservoir in North Bayshore. The body will also receive updates on community gardens and approve the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Review of Charleston Park site for recycled water reservoir (Project 23-40)
• Status update on Willowgate, Latham, and Senior Center Community Gardens
• Approval of the 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Schedule

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board approved the 2025 meeting schedule. They also received presentations on a recycled water reservoir siting study and community gardens, and heard staff updates on parks and programs. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved October 23, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Approved 2025 Parks and Recreation Commission meeting schedule (5-0)

Visual Arts Committee

The Visual Arts Committee will receive updates on several Capital Improvement Program projects, including Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center and Shoreline Boathouse Expansion. The committee will also discuss and adopt its 2025 meeting calendar and receive a briefing on a public art history event organized by the Mountain View Historical Association. Public comment is invited on non-agenda items during oral communications.

• Update on Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center (Project 18-38), Rengstorff Park Maintenance and Tennis Buildings (Project 21-48), Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project (Project 21-35), Evelyn Park (Project 21-60), Villa-Chiquita Park (Project 21-61), and Shoreline Boathouse Expansion (Project 20-35)
• Discussion and adoption of the 2025 meeting calendar
• Briefing on the Mountain View Historical Association's November 3rd public art history event, with presentations from the association, past VAC member Jonathan Clark, and the city/VAC
• Approval of the October 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• Oral communications from the public on non-agenda items

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission will host a LGBTQ+ Listening Forum at the Mountain View Community Center. The event is organized by the Office of LGBTQ+ Affairs and the Commission. The meeting agenda also includes standard procedural items like roll call and public comments.

• LGBTQ+ Listening Forum at Mountain View Community Center
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Public comments and oral communications
• Commission and staff announcements

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will receive a presentation on the Drive Wisely Vision Zero Marketing and Engagement Campaign, discuss subcommittee updates, and continue planning Teen Week (March 17-21, 2025). Members will also provide ideas for the city's inaugural Pride event in June 2025 and recap a recent social event.

• Presentation on Drive Wisely Vision Zero Marketing and Engagement Campaign by Transportation Planner Karen Gauss
• Planning for Teen Week, scheduled March 17-21, 2025
• Brainstorming ideas for Mountain View's inaugural Pride event in June 2025
• Updates from DEI, Health and Wellness, College and Career, and Outreach and Collaboration Subcommittees
• Recap of Nov. 2 Youth Advisory Committee Social

The Youth Advisory Committee approved the Oct. 28 meeting minutes unanimously. Members received a presentation on the Drive Wisely Vision Zero campaign, continued planning for Teen Week (March 17-21, 2025), and provided ideas for the city's inaugural Pride event in June 2025. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Oct. 28 meeting minutes (10-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss removing minimum parking requirements for residential developments in several precise plan areas. The body is also considering updates to building reach codes and transient occupancy tax collection mechanisms.

• Proposal to eliminate minimum parking for residential uses in Downtown, El Camino Real, San Antonio, and East Whisman Precise Plans
• Second reading of Building Reach Code updates regarding electrical prewiring and recycled water
• Agreement with Sun Ridge Systems, Inc. for Computer-Aided Dispatch software and hardware
• Proposed ordinance to add mechanisms for collecting Transient Occupancy Tax
• Resolution to amend the Community Health Awareness Council (CHAC) Joint Powers Agreement

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee will consider approving minutes from October 2024 and receive a fiscal year 2023-24 annual review for TheatreWorks Silicon Valley (TWSV), with no action taken on the review. Public oral communications are closed.

• Approve October 3 and October 16, 2024 minutes
• Receive FY 2023-24 annual review for TheatreWorks Silicon Valley (TWSV) – no action taken

The Performing Arts Committee met for a special meeting and approved the minutes from October 3 and October 16, 2024. The main agenda item was a presentation by TheatreWorks Silicon Valley on their fiscal year 2023-24 season, including expenses, usage, and ticket sales, followed by a Q&A. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved October 3, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved October 16, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Human Relations Committee

The Commission will review minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting. The body will receive oral updates from three committees, though no actions will be taken on those items.

• Oral update from Storytelling Ad Hoc Committee
• Oral update from LGBTQ+ Listening Forum Committee
• Oral update from Multicultural Festival Committee
• Approval of October 3, 2024 meeting minutes

Environmental Planning Commission

The scheduled Environmental Planning Commission meeting for November 6, 2024 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for November 20, 2024.

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee meeting scheduled for November 5, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2024.

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review and comment on Complete Streets checklists for Housing Incentive Pool applications. The body will also receive updates on transportation legislation and reports from the VTA BPAC representative.

• Review of MTC Complete Streets Checklists for El Monte and Dana projects
• Transportation legislative updates
• VTA BPAC representative report
• Review of FY 2024-25 BPAC Work Plan

The Mountain View Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved minutes from May 13 and August 28, 2024, via consent calendar. The committee also received presentations on Housing Incentive Pool Complete Streets Checklists, the El Monte Complete Streets Checklist, transportation legislative updates, VTA BPAC updates, and the fiscal year work plan. A motion regarding MTC Transit-Oriented Communities policy support failed for lack of a second, but a separate motion passed requesting an update on the policy's impact on future grant funding as part of Active Transportation Plan discussions.

• Approved the consent calendar including May 13 and August 28, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Motion regarding Council support for MTC Transit-Oriented Communities Policy failed due to lack of a second
• Approved request for an update on the impact of the updated MTC TOC policy on future OBAG and grant funding during ATP discussions (5-0-0)

Council Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee will approve the September 3, 2024 meeting minutes and the 2025 meeting schedule. It will receive an update on the Personal Delivery Device pilot program and discuss a recommendation to close Wasatch Drive at Diericx Drive with a six‑month evaluation period. No actions will be taken on the Castro Street and Rengstorff grade‑separation projects or the Active Transportation Plan at this meeting.

• Approve Council Transportation Committee minutes from September 3, 2024
• Approve the 2025 Council Transportation Committee meeting schedule
• Receive update on relaunching the Personal Delivery Device Pilot Program
• Review and recommend City Council approve closure of Wasatch Drive at Diericx Drive with a six‑month evaluation
• Provide updates on Castro Street and Rengstorff grade‑separation projects and the Active Transportation Plan (no action)

The Council Transportation Committee voted unanimously to recommend City Council approve closing Wasatch Drive at Diericx Drive, with a 10-month evaluation period starting from installation. The committee also discussed the Personal Delivery Device program, expressing general support but requesting more outreach and restrictions on sidewalk use. No formal action was taken on the PDD program.

• Recommended closure of Wasatch Drive at Diericx Drive with 10-month evaluation period (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including September 3, 2024 minutes and 2025 meeting schedule (3-0)

Council NOFA Review Committee

The Council NOFA Review Committee is considering a funding proposal for the Charities Housing affordable housing project. The committee will decide whether to recommend that the City Council allocate funds for the development of the site.

• Proposed $11.3 million in City funds for the Charities Housing project at 57-67 East Evelyn Avenue
• Proposed immediate appropriation of $6.3 million, including $1.3 million for predevelopment and $5.0 million for an acquisition loan

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will discuss updates from various subcommittees and begin planning for Teen Week, scheduled for March 17-21, 2025. The meeting also includes a team building activity and information regarding a social event on November 2.

• Planning for Teen Week (March 17-21, 2025)
• Updates from DEI, Health and Wellness, College and Career, and Outreach/Collaboration subcommittees
• Information on the YAC Social at Los Altos Community Center on Nov. 2

The Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee approved the minutes from its October 14 meeting with an 11-0 vote. The committee began planning events for Teen Week, scheduled for March 17-21, 2025, and received updates from its subcommittees. No new ordinances or policy decisions were made during this session.

• Approved October 14 meeting minutes (11-0)
• Began planning Teen Week events for March 17-21, 2025
• Received updates from committee subcommittees

Rental Housing Committee

The Rental Housing Committee will approve the September 26, 2024 meeting minutes and consider several regulatory changes to the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance, updating annual registration and fee due dates to January 31. It will also review a minor clarification to CSFRA utilities. The committee will hear tentative appeal decisions for four pending petitions.

• Approve minutes for the September 26, 2024 RHC meeting (Item 3.1)
• Amend CSFRA Regulations Chapters 11 and 12 to set registration and fee due dates to Jan 31 (Item 3.2)
• Amend MHRSO Regulations Chapters 4 and 12 to set registration and space rental fee due dates to Jan 31 (Item 3.2)
• Review minor clarification to CSFRA Regulations Chapter 13: Utilities (Item 3.3)
• Consider tentative appeal decisions for petitions C23240029, C23240044, C23240030, and C23240031 (Items 5.1 & 5.2)

The Rental Housing Committee approved the consent calendar, which included minutes from September 26, 2024, and amendments to the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act Regulations and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance Regulations. Additionally, the committee accepted two tentative appeal decisions for specific petition numbers.

• Approved the consent calendar including September 26, 2024 minutes and regulation amendments
• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision for Petition Numbers C23240029 and C23240044
• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision for Petition Numbers C23240030 and C23240031

Public Safety Advisory Board

The Public Safety Advisory Board meeting scheduled for October 24, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum.

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will review findings from a pickleball study. The body is tasked with recommending a preferred site location and the number of dedicated courts for City Council approval.

• Review of Project 23-36-Draft Pickleball Study Findings

The Parks and Recreation Commission voted 5-0 to forward Concept A3 for the Pickleball Court project to the City Council, with amendments to develop conceptual plans for large-scale park enhancements and a new dog park area. An earlier motion to refine alternative concepts A2 and A3 was withdrawn before a vote. The meeting included extensive public comment on the pickleball study.

• Forwarded Concept A3 for pickleball courts to Council with park enhancements and dog park plans (5-0)
• Withdrew motion to refine A2 and A3 with more specific design details
• Approved September 11, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Mountain View Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a request to extend a previously approved Planned Community Permit for minor site and facade changes to an existing office campus at 350 Ellis Street. The project, located between National Avenue and East Middlefield Road, involves a 19.6-acre site in the P-41 (East Whisman) Precise Plan. Public comment will be heard before any decision is made.

• 350 Ellis Street, Patrick McCarthy for 350 Ellis Owner LLC, PL-5771: two-year permit extension for previously approved Transit Oriented Development modifications

The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved the application for 350 Ellis Street, submitted by Patrick McCarthy for 350 Ellis Owner LLC (PL-5771). No public comments were made during the hearing. The decision is final unless appealed to the City Council within 10 calendar days.

• Conditionally approved 350 Ellis Street project (PL-5771)

City Council

The City Council and Shoreline Regional Park Community will meet to discuss public art strategy and approve various infrastructure projects. The body is deciding on funding for downtown parking, EV charging units, and pedestrian improvements.

• Appropriation of $206,000 for power washing and downtown parking strategy
• Construction contract for MV Community Shuttle EV Charging Units up to $1,186,798
• Professional services agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Castro Street intersection improvements up to $870,000
• Construction contract for Shoreline Boulevard Pathway bicycle/pedestrian improvements up to $5,971,000
• Public hearing on 2025 benefit assessments for Downtown Mountain View Business Improvement Areas No. 1 and No. 2

Board of Library Trustees

The Mountain View Library Board will approve the minutes from its September 16, 2024 meeting and accept two donations totaling $2,455.39. The Board will hear a presentation from the Friends of the Mountain View Library and a policy map demonstration by Senior Librarian Renee Ting. The Director's report will be reviewed and discussed. No new business or unfinished business is listed.

• Approve minutes from September 16, 2024 meeting
• Accept $1,000 donation from Daniel Pappas
• Accept $1,455.39 memorial donation from Gannon Family
• Friends of the Mountain View Library presentation by President Marika Sykora
• Library staff policy map demonstration by Senior Librarian Renee Ting

The Board approved the minutes from the September 16, 2024 meeting and accepted two private donations. Members received presentations on volunteer streamlining and the use of geodata tools for Bookmobile routing.

• Approved September 16, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation from Daniel Pappas (4-0)
• Accepted $1,455.39 donation from Gannon Family (4-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will review two major housing proposals: a six-story, 299-unit apartment complex at 749 W. El Camino Real and a six-story, 175-unit apartment project at 400 Moffett Boulevard. Both applications include requests for density bonuses and permits to remove heritage trees.

• 749 W. El Camino Real: 299-unit, six-story mixed-use project with 19,400 sq ft retail
• 400 Moffett Boulevard: 175-unit, six-story apartment development with 2,100 sq ft retail
• Both projects request State Density Bonus waivers and Heritage Tree Removal Permits
• Public comment will be heard after the applicant presentations
• Meeting includes a virtual component via Zoom

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for October 16, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee will consider unfinished business item 5.1, which proposes modifications to the Home Company Program report and includes a recommendation to approve those modifications. The committee will also hear two Home Company review presentations—Upstage Theater and Peninsula Youth Theatre—with no action recommended. Routine items include approval of the October 3, 2024 minutes and a public oral communications segment.

• Approve the October 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approve modifications to Memo Item 5.1 of the Home Company Program Report
• Home Company Review Presentation: Upstage Theater (no action taken)
• Home Company Review Presentation: Peninsula Youth Theatre (no action taken)
• Oral communications from the public (speakers limited to three minutes each)

The Performing Arts Committee approved modifications to the Staff Memorandum originally posted October 3, 2024, regarding the Home Company Program. The motion carried unanimously with a 4-0 vote. The committee also heard presentations from Upstage Theater and Peninsula Youth Theatre on their 23-24 seasons, but took no action on those items.

• Approved modifications to Staff Memorandum for Home Company Program (4-0)
• Approved minutes of October 3, 2024, with modifications to include motion approval of item 5.1 (3-0)

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission will consider a public hearing on a residential development at 2645‑2655 Fayette Drive. It will recommend that the City Council conditionally approve a Planned Community Permit and related permits for a seven‑story, 70‑unit condominium with 20% affordable units, a parking garage, and removal of nine heritage trees. The commission will also recommend a tentative tract map to create a single lot for the project. Earlier agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and a study session on the Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan.

• Public hearing: recommendation to conditionally approve permits for 70‑unit condo at 2645‑2655 Fayette Drive
• Recommendation to adopt a tentative tract map for the Fayette Drive project
• Approval of Environmental Planning Commission minutes from February 21 and March 13, 2024
• Study session: review of Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan Visioning Framework
• Oral communications from the public (non‑agenda items)

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to interview candidates for the Environmental Planning Commission. The council will consider a recommendation to adopt the selected applicants at the December 17, 2024 council meeting. Attachments include selection guidelines, applicant summaries, attendance report, and applications.

• Environmental Planning Commission applicant interviews
• Review of Board/Commission/Committee Member Selection Guidelines (Attachment 1)
• Summary of Applicants (Attachment 2)
• Attendance Report (Attachment 3)
• EPC Applications (Attachment 4)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will approve the 2024-25 work plan and discuss an upcoming social event at the Los Altos Community Center. The meeting will also include a team-building activity and an overview of volunteer opportunities.

• Approval of 2024-25 Youth Advisory Committee Work Plan
• Team building activity
• Information on Youth Advisory Committee Social at Los Altos Community Center
• Overview of upcoming volunteer opportunities
• Approval of September 30 meeting minutes

The Youth Advisory Committee approved the 2024-25 work plan as amended (12-0-3) and approved the September 30 meeting minutes (12-0-3). The committee also participated in a team-building activity and heard about upcoming events including the YAC Social and volunteer opportunities.

• Approved 2024-25 Youth Advisory Committee Work Plan as amended (12-0-3)
• Approved September 30 meeting minutes (12-0-3)

Council Neighborhoods Committee

The Council Neighborhoods Committee met and approved the minutes from its September 12, 2024 meeting. The rest of the session was devoted to a public forum where staff responded to pre-submitted questions on topics like mobile home parks, development, and traffic. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 12, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Visual Arts Committee

The Visual Arts Committee will approve the September 11, 2024 meeting minutes. It will discuss modifications to the Call for Artists for the 2025‑26 rotating exhibits at the Center for Performing Arts. The committee will also review changes to the Call for Artist template for future public art projects and consider forming an ad hoc committee to commission a mural on the Train Depot building. An update on the SVCreates Quarterly Roundtable will be presented.

• Approve minutes of September 11, 2024 meeting
• Discuss modifications to the 2025‑26 Call for Artists for Center for Performing Arts exhibits
• Discuss modifications to the Call for Artist template for future public art projects
• Consider establishing an ad hoc committee to commission a mural on the Train Depot building
• Staff brief on SVCreates Quarterly Roundtable

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator is holding a public hearing to consider several permit requests. These include requests for retail use at a bakery, tree removal, a car showroom, and the operation of a homeless shelter.

• 846 Independence Avenue: Conditional Use Permit for ancillary retail and a 276 square-foot café
• 355 Pioneer Way: Heritage Tree Removal Permit to remove four trees
• 2575 California Street: Provisional Use Permit for a Hyundai/Genesis car showroom
• 748 Mercy Street: Modification to extend operation months for a cold weather homeless shelter

The Zoning Administrator approved all four applications on the agenda. Three were approved without conditions, and one was approved with conditions. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved PL-6477 for 846 Independence Avenue (The Midwife and the Baker)
• Approved HTR-5997 for 355 Pioneer Way (Lenz Precision Technology)
• Approved with conditions PL-6113 for 2575 California Street (Cardinale Auto Group)
• Approved PL-6164 for 748 Mercy Street (Santa Clara County HHS)

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Mountain View Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024 was canceled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for October 23, 2024.

City Council

The City Council and Shoreline Regional Park Community will discuss land acquisitions, housing fund establishments, and infrastructure projects. The body is also considering a mixed-use building addition on Castro Street and a policy position on Proposition 5.

• Acquisition of 939 San Rafael Avenue for $6.05 million from the Park Land Dedication Fund
• Public hearing for a three-story, 5,733 square foot building addition at 194-198 Castro Street
• Appropriation of $4 million from BMR In-Lieu Fees to a new Acquisition/Preservation Subfund for housing
• Amendment to professional services agreement with BKF Engineers adding $600,000 for Plymouth/Space Park Realignment
• Temporary closure of 15 spaces in Parking Lot 7 for a cold weather shelter from November 1, 2024, through April 15, 2025

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission will consider approval of the June 6, 2024 meeting minutes. An oral update from the Storytelling Project Ad Hoc Committee will be presented with no action required. The commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024‑25 Work Plan and make committee appointments, also with no action required. Public oral communications will be accepted during the meeting.

• Approve minutes for the June 6, 2024 regular meeting
• Oral update from the Storytelling Project Ad Hoc Committee (no action)
• Review FY 2024‑25 Work Plan and appoint committees (no action)

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee is meeting to discuss recommended revisions to the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts' Home Company Program. Performing Arts Manager Theresa Yvonne will present revisions proposed by an ad hoc committee.

• Revisions to the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts' Home Company Program
• Approval of August 21, 2024 minutes

The Performing Arts Committee unanimously approved revisions to the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts' Home Company Program, including renaming it to Resident Company, limiting MainStage rentals to three productions per season with a maximum of four consecutive weeks, and adjusting reserve weeks based on 65% of capacity sold the previous season. Staff was directed to add a purpose statement and report back with modifications on October 16, 2024. The committee also approved the August 21, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Home Company program revisions (4-0)
• Approved August 21, 2024 minutes (4-0)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for October 2, 2024 was cancelled. The next meeting will be held on October 16, 2024. No agenda items were presented.

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will receive updates on downtown development projects and activities on Castro Street. The body will also hear reports on busking rules, the Art and Wine Festival, and El Camino Health's grant program.

• Downtown development project updates
• Castro Street activity update
• Overview of El Camino Health Community Benefit Grant Program
• Review of rules for busking, performers, and amplified music
• Report on the 52nd Annual Art and Wine Festival

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee will approve the September 16 meeting minutes and open a brief public comment period. Members will begin drafting a work plan for 2024‑25 and discuss feedback on the Teen Wellness Retreat event. No actions will be taken on staff questions during this meeting.

• Approve September 16 meeting minutes
• Oral communications from the public (3‑minute limit per speaker)
• Draft 2024‑25 work plan
• Provide feedback on Teen Wellness Retreat
• No action on committee/staff questions

The Youth Advisory Committee approved the September 16 meeting minutes (13-0-2) and split into groups to draft the 2024-25 work plan. Members also provided feedback on the Teen Wellness Retreat, which drew 78 teens and 24 organizations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 16 meeting minutes (13-0-2)
• Drafted 2024-25 work plan in breakout groups

Rental Housing Committee

The Rental Housing Committee will approve the minutes from its August 22, 2024 meeting and accept the year‑end results for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act Fund and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance Fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. It will review and adopt proposed amendments to Chapter 13 of the CSFRA regulations that clarify the One‑Time Utility Adjustment Petition process. The committee will also receive an annual update on the petition program covering FY 2023‑24. A public comment period is scheduled, but the committee cannot act on non‑agenda items.

• Approve minutes for the August 22, 2024 Rental Housing Committee meeting
• Accept FY ending June 30, 2024 results for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act Fund and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance Fund
• Adopt proposed amendments to CSFRA Regulation Chapter 13 on utility charges
• Provide an annual informational update on the Petition Program for FY 2023‑24

The Rental Housing Committee approved proposed amendments to Chapter 13 (Utility Charges) of the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act Regulations. The committee also approved the consent calendar, including meeting minutes and fund results. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.

• Approved amendments to Chapter 13: Utility Charges of the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act Regulations
• Approved minutes for the August 22, 2024, RHC meeting
• Approved Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance Fund Results for FY ended June 30, 2024

Tennis Advisory Committee

The Tennis Advisory Committee will review and consider revisions to the existing tennis court rules. It will receive an informational update on a feasibility study for adding pickleball to city facilities. The committee will also be briefed on proposed new court signage and scheduling software. No formal actions are scheduled for these items at this meeting.

• Review and revision of tennis court rules (unfinished business)
• Pickleball feasibility study (information only)
• New court signage and scheduling software (information only)
• Oral communications from the public (non‑agenda items, three‑minute limit)

The Tennis Advisory Board approved the May 1, 2024 minutes and made additional revisions to the draft tennis court rules, with the final draft to be reviewed at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the board received updates on the pickleball feasibility study, new court signage and scheduling software, and staff research on solar-powered lights for pickleball courts.

• Approved May 1, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Revised tennis court rules; final draft to be reviewed next meeting

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a request for a Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit for a new wireless telecommunications facility with 16 antennas at 555 S. San Antonio Road, at the corner of Fayette Dr and San Antonio Rd within the P-40 Precise Plan. The applicant will give a brief presentation and the public may comment. After comments, the Zoning Administrator may approve, deny, continue, or take the project under advisement.

• Planned Community Permit & Development Review Permit for a new telecom facility (16 antennas) at 555 S. San Antonio Road, corner of Fayette Dr and San Antonio Rd (item 3.1).

The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved a new telecommunications facility at 555 S. San Antonio Road. No members of the public spoke during the hearing. The meeting was brief and adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

• Conditionally approved new telecom facility at 555 S. San Antonio Road

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 25, 2024, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 30, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will discuss infrastructure funding and contracts for the California Street (West) Complete Street Improvements project. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding assessments for Downtown Business Improvement Areas.

• Construction contract for California Street (West) Complete Street Improvements to O’Grady Paving, Inc. for $4,560,000
• Appropriation of $1,265,000 from 2016 VTA Measure B funds for California Street (West) project
• Amendment to BKF Engineers professional services agreement for $30,000
• Public hearing on Downtown Mountain View Business Improvement Area No. 1 and No. 2 assessments for 2025
• Proposed annual compensation increases for the City Attorney, City Clerk, and City Manager

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 2, 2024.

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 16, 2024.

Performing Arts Committee

The Mountain View Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024 was canceled. The next meeting is set for October 3, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to eliminate minimum parking standards for residential developments. The staff report recommends the City Council adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 36 (Zoning) and resolutions amending four Precise Plans to remove those requirements. The recommendation also seeks a CEQA exemption for the amendments. Draft ordinance and resolutions are attached as exhibits.

• Public hearing on eliminating minimum parking standards for residential uses in Article X of Chapter 36 (Zoning)
• Recommendation to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 36 to remove minimum residential parking requirements
• Recommendation to adopt resolutions amending Precise Plans P(19) Downtown, P(38) El Camino Real, P(40) San Antonio, and P(41) East Whisman
• Staff report includes Draft Ordinance (Exhibit 1) and Draft Resolutions (Exhibits 2‑5)
• Proposed CEQA exemption under Section 15061(b)(3) for the zoning and Precise Plan amendments

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will approve the September 3 meeting minutes, elect 2024-25 leadership positions, and begin drafting a work plan. Members will also participate in activities related to the Biodiversity & Urban Forest Plan.

• Approve September 3 meeting minutes
• Elect 2024-25 leadership: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, and Social Media Coordinator
• Draft 2024-25 work plan
• Participate in Biodiversity & Urban Forest Plan activities

The Youth Advisory Committee approved the September 3 meeting minutes and elected new leadership for 2024-25, with Natalie Chan as Chair, Taylor Luna as Vice Chair, Shahana Rajasekaran as Secretary, and Miguel Malicse as Social Media/Marketing. Members also participated in an interactive presentation on the Biodiversity & Urban Forest Plan, providing teen input. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved September 3 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Elected 2024-25 leadership: Chair Natalie Chan, Vice Chair Taylor Luna, Secretary Shahana Rajasekaran, Social Media/Marketing Miguel Malicse (12-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will meet to review a presentation from Library Director Tracy Gray regarding banned and challenged books. The board will also review the Library Director's report and approve minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting.

• Presentation by Library Director Tracy Gray on Banned and Challenged Books
• Approval of August 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Library Director's Report

The Board approved the minutes from the August 19, 2024 meeting. Library Director Tracy Gray provided a presentation on banned and challenged books and an update on the Career Success Allowance Program.

• Approved August 19, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0)

Council Neighborhoods Committee

The Council Neighborhoods Committee will vote to approve the minutes of its June 13, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes a public forum for community comments. No other substantive actions are listed.

• Approve minutes of the June 13, 2024 Council Neighborhoods Committee meeting
• Public forum for community input
• Interpretation services request information (Housing Department contact)
• Adjournment

Visual Arts Committee

The committee will receive updates on several Capital Improvement Program public art projects. Members will also conduct jurying for the Shoreline Boathouse Expansion project and receive a briefing on the SVCreates June Roundtable.

• Jurying for Shoreline Boathouse Expansion (Project 20-39)
• Updates on Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center (Project 18-38)
• Updates on Rengstorff Park Maintenance and Tennis Buildings (Project 21-48)
• Updates on Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project (Project 21-35)
• Updates on Evelyn Park (Project 21-60) and Villa-Chiquita Park (Project 21-61)

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board will meet to approve minutes from July 2024 and consider an appeal regarding the removal of a heritage tree at 1748 Crane Avenue. The Board is also scheduled to receive updates on the Burrowing Owl Preservation Plan and the Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan.

• Approve July 1, 2024 minutes
• Update on Burrowing Owl Preservation Plan and Shoreline Wildlife Management Plan
• Update on Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan
• Decision on Heritage Tree Removal Application Appeal at 1748 Crane Avenue
• Public comment period available

The commission voted unanimously to uphold an appeal and deny a Heritage Tree removal permit at 1748 Crane Avenue, citing that the tree does not currently meet removal criteria in city code. The meeting also included presentations on the Burrowing Owl Preservation Plan and Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan updates, plus public comments on parks funding and pickleball. No other formal decisions were made.

• Denied Heritage Tree removal permit at 1748 Crane Avenue (5-0)
• Approved July 1, 2024 minutes (5-0)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The City of Mountain View has cancelled the Administrative Zoning Hearing scheduled for September 11, 2024. The next hearing is set for September 25, 2024.

City Council

The Mountain View City Council will meet to decide on several funding and policy items, including a $5 million transfer to the Local Housing Trust Fund and approval of a $71,600 study for Rengstorff Avenue Complete Streets upgrades. The meeting also includes public hearings on downtown zoning changes and a final plan for Vision Zero traffic safety. No major decisions are scheduled for presentations or reports.

• Transfer $5M from Housing Impact Fees Fund to Local Housing Trust Fund for matching grant
• Approve $71,600 for Rengstorff Avenue Complete Streets Study and $352,000 in grant funds
• Adopt Vision Zero Action Plan and Local Road Safety Plan
• Amend Downtown Precise Plan for land-use updates in areas D, E, H, I, and J
• Approve $1.11M contract for Concrete Sidewalk and Curb Repairs, Project 22-02

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday, September 5, 2024, is canceled. The next meeting is set for Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for September 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting for September 4, 2024 was cancelled. The next meeting is set for September 18, 2024. No agenda items were presented.

Council Sustainability Committee

The Council Sustainability Committee is meeting to discuss a professional services agreement for a new climate strategy. The committee will also receive a verbal update on work from the Sustainability and Resiliency Division.

• Proposed agreement with Cascadia Consulting Group for a 2035 Climate Strategy not to exceed $433,234
• Verbal update on Sustainability and Resiliency Division work

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will review the annual renewal process for the Business Improvement Area and receive updates on downtown development and Castro Street projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on retail trends and an overview of the Downtown Digest.

• Review Downtown Business Improvement Area (BIA) renewal process
• Receive update on Downtown Development projects
• Receive verbal update on Castro Street
• Receive update on Downtown Digest promotion and distribution
• Discuss future agenda topics including vacant storefronts and parking

Council Transportation Committee

The Mountain View Council Transportation Committee will meet to approve June 2024 meeting minutes, review the Active Transportation Plan’s revised vision and scope, and receive a pavement management program update. No new actions are scheduled for committee comments or announcements.

• Approve June 4, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review Active Transportation Plan vision statement and revised project scope (Project 21-36)
• Receive Pavement Management Program update with City Pavement Condition Report (April 3, 2024)

The Council Transportation Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve an amended Vision Statement and a revised approach with added project scope for the Active Transportation Plan (ATP). The Committee expressed general support for the plan but recommended edits to the Vision Statement. The Committee also requested a single source where the City's Transportation plans can be found. The meeting included a presentation on the Pavement Management Program update, for which the Committee had no additional comments.

• Approved minutes of June 4, 2024 (3-0)
• Recommended City Council approve amended Vision Statement and revised ATP approach (3-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will review meeting minutes and discuss the Brown Act. The group plans to finalize workshops for a Teen Wellness Retreat and decide on dates for Teen Week 2025.

• Review and approve August 19 meeting minutes
• Finalize workshops for the Teen Wellness Retreat
• Discuss and decide on dates for Teen Week 2025
• Receive presentation on the Brown Act and Rosenberg's Rules of Order
• Brainstorm focus areas for the 2024-2025 work plan

The Youth Advisory Committee approved the August 19 meeting minutes and finalized two workshops for the 2024 Teen Wellness Retreat: 'Vision Boards for a Happier You' and 'Chill Out Creations'. Members also began brainstorming the 2024-2025 work plan and discussed dates for Teen Week 2025. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved August 19 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Finalized two Teen Wellness Retreat workshops: 'Vision Boards for a Happier You' and 'Chill Out Creations'

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Mountain View Zoning Administrator will hold a public hearing on a request for a Provisional Use Permit to allow a tobacco retailer to occupy a 1,320 sq ft space at 1313 W. El Camino Real. The hearing will include public comment before the Zoning Administrator takes action or makes a recommendation.

• 1313 W. El Camino Real: Request for Provisional Use Permit for tobacco retailer (PL-2023-245)
• Project size: 1,320 sq ft tenant space in existing multi-tenant commercial building
• Site: 0.44-acre lot at corner of El Camino Real and Mountain View Ave (P(38) El Camino Precise Plan)
• Project Manager: Vinson Kwan
• Public hearing scheduled for August 28, 2024, at 4:00 PM in Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St.

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Mountain View Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will hold a special joint meeting with the Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee to discuss cross-border transportation projects and receive updates on regional plans.

• Receive update on Santa Clara County Active Transportation Plan
• Review cross-border bicycle and pedestrian projects on San Antonio Road
• Receive report from VTA Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Joint meeting with Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee

The Mountain View Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee held a special joint meeting with the Palo Alto Pedestrian and Bicycle Advisory Committee. The committees received presentations on the Santa Clara County Active Transportation Plan and cross-border pedestrian/bicycle coordination along the San Antonio Road corridor. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the meeting was informational, with committee members providing comments and suggestions.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational
• Received presentation on Santa Clara County Active Transportation Plan
• Discussed cross-border coordination for San Antonio Road corridor
• Heard updates from VTA BPAC and staff announcements

City Council

The City Council will open the meeting with a closed‑session announcement, then move to a closed‑session session to conduct the required public employee performance evaluation for the City Clerk, City Manager and City Attorney as mandated by California Government Code § 54957(b)(1). No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed‑session announcement (open session)
• Closed‑session public employee performance evaluation of City Clerk, City Manager, City Attorney (Gov’t Code § 54957(b)(1))

Rental Housing Committee

The Mountain View Rental Housing Committee will approve minutes from its July 25, 2024 meeting and receive a quarterly overview of FY 2023‑24 expenditures for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and the Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. It will consider and adopt amendments to CSFRA Regulations Chapter 7 and MHRSO Regulations Chapter 8 that clarify procedures for annual general adjustments. The committee will also receive an update on the One‑Time Utility Adjustment Petition Process and a report from the Rent Stabilization Division for FY 2023‑24.

• Approve minutes for the July 25, 2024 Rental Housing Committee meeting
• Receive quarterly financial expenditures for CSFRA and MHRSO FY 2023‑24
• Adopt amendments to CSFRA Regulations Chapter 7 (annual general adjustments)
• Adopt amendments to MHRSO Regulations Chapter 8 (annual general adjustments)
• Receive update on the One‑Time Utility Adjustment Petition Process

The committee adopted amendments to the CSFRA and MHRSO regulations regarding annual general adjustments. These changes clarify the process for tenant hardship petitions used to seek relief from banked increases. The committee also received reports on utility adjustments and the Rent Stabilization Division's FY 2023-24 activities.

• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved CSFRA and MHRSO financial expenditures for FY 2023-24
• Adopted amendments to CSFRA Chapter 7 and MHRSO Chapter 8 regarding annual general adjustment procedures and tenant hardship petitions

Public Safety Advisory Board

The Public Safety Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the June 20, 2024 meeting. It will receive and provide comments on a mental health crisis response report from the PSAB Ad Hoc Committee. The board will also review the Mountain View Police Department Youth Services Unit annual report and a twice-yearly performance and feedback data report covering Q1 and Q2 of 2024. Finally, the board will receive informational updates from PSAB Ad Hoc Committee members.

• Approve minutes for the June 20, 2024 meeting
• Receive and comment on PSAB Mental Health Crisis Response Ad Hoc Committee report
• Receive and comment on Mountain View Police Department Youth Services Unit Annual Report (FY23-24)
• Review and comment on twice-yearly MVPD performance and feedback data (Q1‑Q2 2024)
• Receive informational updates from PSAB Ad Hoc Committee members

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 21, 2024 was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 4, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission will consider a public hearing on Minor Downtown Precise Plan Amendments. Commissioners will decide whether to rescind their prior recommendation from the June 26, 2024 meeting and to recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution amending the Downtown Precise Plan’s land‑use table for Areas D, E, H, I and J. The agenda includes approval of the October 4 and November 1, 2023 meeting minutes and a public comment period.

• Rescind EPC’s recommendation on Item 5.1 – Minor Downtown Precise Plan Updates from June 26, 2024
• Recommend City Council adopt a resolution amending the Downtown Precise Plan land‑use table for Areas D, E, H, I and J
• Approve EPC meeting minutes from October 4, 2023 and November 1, 2023
• Public hearing and oral comments on the Minor Downtown Precise Plan Amendments

The Environmental Planning Commission voted 5-0 (with one recusal) to rescind its prior recommendation on the Minor Downtown Precise Plan Updates and recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution amending the Downtown Precise Plan's Land Use Table for areas D, E, H, I, and J. The commission also approved the minutes from October 4 and November 1, 2023, with minor clerical changes, and heard no public comment on non-agenda items.

• Approved minutes of Oct 4 and Nov 1, 2023 with clerical changes (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Rescinded prior recommendation on Minor Downtown Precise Plan Updates from June 26, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt resolution amending Downtown Precise Plan Land Use Table for areas D, E, H, I, J (5-0, 1 recusal)

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee will meet to discuss planning for Home Company annual presentations. The body is asked to review and suggest edits to the proposed questions for these presentations.

• Review of proposed questions for Home Company annual presentations
• Approval of July 17, 2024 minutes

The Performing Arts Committee approved the July 17, 2024 minutes. Committee members discussed planning for Home Company Annual Presentations and received updates on Ad Hoc Committee meetings and FY 2023-24 performance statistics. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved July 17, 2024 minutes (3-0)

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will discuss performance measures for Fiscal Year 2023-24 and updated metrics for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The meeting also includes a review of the Library Director's Report.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 and Fiscal Year 2024-25 Performance Measures
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Year in Review
• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of Library Director's Report

The Board approved the minutes from the June 17, 2024 meeting. The Library Director provided a report on budget performance measures and discussed a proposed pilot program for materials processing. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 17, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)

Youth Advisory Committee

The Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee will hold its August 19 meeting at The View Teen Center to approve past minutes, introduce members, and outline its purpose and leadership roles. The group will brainstorm projects for the upcoming year and discuss plans for the 2024 Teen Wellness Retreat, including activities, speakers, and partnerships.

• Approve June 10 meeting minutes
• Review committee purpose, mission, goals, and leadership roles
• Brainstorm 2024-2025 work plan projects
• Update on 2024 Teen Wellness Retreat planning

The Youth Advisory Committee approved the June 10 meeting minutes unanimously (11-0). Members discussed the committee's role, brainstormed ideas for the 2024-2025 work plan, and received an update on the Teen Wellness Retreat event. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved June 10 meeting minutes (11-0)

Visual Arts Committee

The Visual Arts Committee will evaluate submissions and select an artist or artist team to create artwork for the bollards in the Castro Street Pedestrian Mall. The agenda includes a call for artists attachment that outlines the Bollard Beautification project. No new business will be considered at this meeting.

• Bollard Beautification (Castro Street Bollards Interim Art Project) jurying – selection of artist(s) to commission art on Castro Street pedestrian‑mall bollards

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The City of Mountain View Zoning Administrator will hold an administrative zoning hearing to consider two development projects. The first is a 3-story addition to a historic building at 194-198 Castro St for office and restaurant use. The second is a research and development office conversion at 231 S Whisman Rd with a parking reduction.

• 194-198 Castro St: 3-story 5,694 sq ft addition to historic building, provisional use permit, planned community permit, development review permit, historic preservation permit
• 231 S Whisman Rd: Conditional Use Permit for research and development office, parking reduction from 66 to 61 spaces, development review permit for site modifications

The Zoning Administrator conditionally approved a project at 194-198 Castro Street and approved a project at 231 S Whisman Road. No public comments were made on either item. The meeting was brief and procedural.

• Conditionally approved 194-198 Castro Street project (PL-2022-243)
• Approved 231 S Whisman Road project (PL-2024-036)

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board scheduled for August 14, 2024, was canceled. The next meeting is set for September 11, 2024.

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024, has been canceled. The body is currently in recess.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 7, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2024.

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator is holding a special meeting to consider two permit requests in the Downtown Precise Plan area. The body will review a request for a building permit extension and a modification to a business liquor license.

• 756 California Street: Request for permit extension to build a three-story, 6,997 square-foot commercial building
• 251 Castro Street: Request to modify liquor license (Type 48 to Type 90) and age limitations for Opal Night Club

The Zoning Administrator approved both items on the agenda: a permit for 756 California Street and a permit for 251 Castro Street. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 4:09 p.m.

• Approved permit for 756 California Street (PL2024-032)
• Approved permit for 251 Castro Street (PL-2024-069)

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee meeting scheduled for August 6, 2024, at Plaza Conference Room, 500 Castro St., was canceled. The next meeting is set for September 3, 2024.

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for August 1, 2024, has been canceled. The commission is currently in recess.

City Council

The Mountain View City Council will hold a special meeting to adopt a resolution amending a previously submitted revenue measure for the November 2024 ballot. The change involves replacing Exhibit A in Resolution No. 18908 with a corrected version. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• Amendment of Resolution No. 18908 to correct Exhibit A for November 2024 ballot measure

Rental Housing Committee

The Committee is discussing proposed amendments to rent stabilization regulations regarding tenant hardship petitions. Members are also considering an appeal of a hearing officer's decision and updating the committee's meeting schedule and workplan.

• Appeal of Hearing Officer's Decision for Petition No. C23240032
• Proposed amendments to Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act (CSFRA) Regulations Chapter 7
• Proposed amendments to Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance (MHRSO) Regulations Chapter 8
• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-25 meeting schedule
• Review of Fiscal Year 2024-25 workplan

The Rental Housing Committee approved its meeting minutes from June 27, 2024, and considered a tentative appeal decision for Petition No. C23240032. The committee adopted a resolution to change its meeting schedule from a calendar-year to a fiscal-year basis, setting 2024-25 meeting dates with one amendment. No other substantive decisions were made; the workplan and other items were discussed without recorded votes.

• Approved June 27, 2024 meeting minutes (Cox/Keating motion)
• Considered Tentative Appeal Decision for Petition No. C23240032 (Cox/Ma motion)
• Adopted resolution to modify meeting schedule to fiscal-year basis for 2024-25, with June 19, 2025 changed to June 12, 2025 (Ma/Keating motion)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider several permit requests, including a two‑year extension and a development review permit for a 323‑unit addition to an existing apartment complex, a new amenity building, subterranean garages, a public park, and a heritage‑tree removal at 555 W. Middlefield Road. The hearing also includes three smaller development requests: a 21‑sq ft addition at 880 Tulane Court, a 4‑story, 21‑unit apartment at 730 Central Avenue, and a K‑12 tutoring center at 2224 Old Middlefield Way, plus a carwash project at 2378 Old Middlefield Way.

• 555 W. Middlefield Road – permit extensions, 323‑unit addition, new amenity building, 3 new garages, 1.34‑acre park, removal of 51 heritage trees (PL‑2024‑052/053)
• 880 Tulane Court – 21 sq ft addition to single‑family home (PL‑2024‑024)
• 730 Central Avenue – new 4‑story, 21‑unit apartment building with density bonus (PL‑2024‑088)
• 2224 Old Middlefield Way – conditional use for K‑12 tutoring center (PL‑2023‑200)
• 2378 Old Middlefield Way – new 1,960‑sq ft carwash facility (PL‑2023‑113)

The Mountain View Zoning Administrator conditionally approved all four items on the agenda, including three consent calendar items and one public hearing item. The joint subdivision hearing also conditionally approved a project at 555 W. Middlefield Road, rescinding a prior action from June 24, 2024. No public comments were made on the consent items, and no items were denied or tabled.

• Conditionally approved 880 Tulane Court (PL-2024-024)
• Conditionally approved 730 Central Avenue (PL-2024-088)
• Conditionally approved 2224 Old Middlefield Way (PL-2023-200)
• Approved with conditions 555 W. Middlefield Road (PL-2024-052/053), rescinding prior action (3-0)
• Conditionally approved 2378 Old Middlefield Way (PL-2023-113)

City Council

The Mountain View City Council meeting scheduled for July 23, 2024, has been canceled as the council is currently in recess. The next meeting is planned for August 27, 2024.

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee will hear two large residential projects: a 47-unit condo with 11 heritage trees removed on Tyrella Avenue and an 8-story mixed-use building with 120 condos and 13,352 sq ft commercial on Castro Street. Both use State Density Bonuses and require Heritage Tree Removal Permits.

• 47-unit condo at 266 & 272 Tyrella Avenue with 11 heritage trees removed
• 8-story mixed-use at 881 Castro Street with 120 condos and 13,352 sq ft commercial
• State Density Bonus applications for both projects
• Heritage Tree Removal Permits for 11 and 7 trees respectively
• Planned Unit Development and Planned Community Permit requests

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee will consider three items: approval of the May 15, 2024 meeting minutes; review and approval of the Fiscal Year 2024‑25 Performing Arts Committee Work Plan to forward to City Council; and a discussion on possible joint collaboration with the Visual Arts and Downtown Committees. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve May 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review and approve FY 2024‑25 Performing Arts Committee Work Plan
• Discuss potential joint meeting with Visual Arts and Downtown Committees

The Performing Arts Committee unanimously approved its Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan, including specific events and policy updates, to be forwarded to the City Council. The committee also voted to proceed with a joint meeting involving the Visual Arts and Downtown Committees. Staff provided updates on budget, staffing, and performance statistics.

• Approved May 15, 2024 minutes
• Approved FY 2024-25 Work Plan for City Council (4-0)
• Approved move forward on joint meeting with Visual Arts and Downtown Committees (4-0)

Environmental Planning Commission

The Mountain View Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 17, 2024 was cancelled. The commission is currently in recess. The next meeting is set for August 21, 2024. No decisions or discussions will occur at this cancelled session.

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting of the Board of Library Trustees scheduled for July 15, 2024, was canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2024.

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a provisional use permit for a tobacco retailer at 1313 W. El Camino Real, though this item is continued to August 28, 2024. The body will also review a request for an existing 7-Eleven at 1380 Pear Avenue to upgrade its license to a liquor store use.

• Provisional Use Permit for tobacco retailer at 1313 W. El Camino Real (continued to August 28, 2024)
• Provisional Use Permit for 7-Eleven at 1380 Pear Avenue Unit A to upgrade to a liquor store license

The Zoning Administrator approved a permit application for 7-Eleven, Inc. at 1380 Pear Avenue Unit A. A separate application for 1313 W. El Camino Real was continued to a later date.

• Approved permit PL-2024-079 for 1380 Pear Avenue Unit A (7-Eleven, Inc.)
• Continued permit PL-2023-245 for 1313 W. El Camino Real to August 28, 2024

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The scheduled meeting for the Parks & Recreation Commission has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

Visual Arts Committee

The Visual Arts Committee meeting scheduled for July 10, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 11, 2024.

City Council

The scheduled City Council meeting for July 9, 2024, has been canceled. The City Council is currently in recess. The next meeting is scheduled for August 27, 2024.

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Commission will receive an update regarding the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan. The presentation will be provided by Assistant Community Services Director Kristine Crosby and Next Practice Partners representative Neelay Bhatt.

• Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan Update

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the minutes from the June 12, 2024 meeting. Staff presented updates on the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan, recreation programming, the Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center, the Cuesta Fitness Center, and the Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan. Public comments were received regarding pickleball.

• Approved June 12, 2024 minutes (3-0-1)

Rental Housing Committee

The Committee will consider amending regulations for the CSFRA and MHRSO to allow appeal hearings during regular or special meetings. Members will also review a tentative appeal decision regarding petition numbers C22230019 and C22230025.

• Amendment to CSFRA Regulations Chapter 5 regarding hearing procedures
• Amendment to MHRSO Regulations Chapter 6 regarding hearing procedures
• Appeal of Hearing Officer's Decision for Petition Nos. C22230019 and C22230025

The Mountain View Rental Housing Committee approved its consent calendar, which included minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting and an amendment to hearing procedure regulations. The committee also accepted the Tentative Appeal Decision in its entirety regarding Petition Nos. C22230019 and C22230025, following presentations and rebuttals from landlord Greg Klingsporn and tenant Alysyn Martinez. No public comments were received. The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.

• Approved consent calendar including June 13, 2024 minutes and amendment to CSFRA/MHRSO hearing procedure regulations (motion carried, vote not recorded)
• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision in its entirety for Petition Nos. C22230019 and C22230025 (motion carried, vote not recorded)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will review two development proposals at this Administrative Zoning Hearing. Staff will consider a permit extension and map amendment for an AvalonBay Communities housing project at 555 W. Middlefield Road, alongside a request to modify the liquor license and age restrictions for the Opal Night Club at 251 Castro Street. The Zoning Administrator may conditionally approve, continue, or deny the items, with decisions subject to a 10-day appeal window. These proposals would add residential units to the city and alter commercial operating rules for a downtown establishment.

• 555 W. Middlefield Road: AvalonBay Communities requests a two-year permit extension and a General Plan amendment to add 323 residential units and 111 condominiums to an existing 402-unit site.
• 251 Castro Street: Arena, LLC seeks to modify a liquor license from Type 48 to Type 90 and adjust age limitations for the Opal Night Club.
• Heritage Tree Removal Permit requested for 51 trees and relocation of 39 trees at the 555 W. Middlefield Road site.
• Vesting Tentative Map to create three lots, with one lot containing up to 111 condominium units.
• Public park dedication of 1.34 acres to the City is included in the 555 W. Middlefield Road proposal.

The Zoning Administrator approved two separate development applications during the hearing. The first approval covered projects at 555 W. Middlefield Road, and the second covered a project at 251 Castro Street. No members of the public spoke during the comment periods for either item.

• Approved applications PL-2024-052 and PL-2024-053 for 555 W. Middlefield Road
• Approved application PL-2024-069 for 251 Castro Street

Environmental Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a public hearing regarding updates to the Downtown Precise Plan Land Use Table for specific areas. Additionally, staff will present the Environmental Planning Commission Work Plan for fiscal year 2024-25 for recommendation to the City Council.

• Public hearing for Minor Downtown Precise Plan Amendments (Land Use Table updates for areas D, E, H, I, and J)
• Review of the FY 2024-25 Environmental Planning Commission Work Plan

The Environmental Planning Commission voted 6-0, with Commissioner Clark recused, to recommend that City Council adopt a resolution amending the Downtown Precise Plan to update the Land Use Table for areas D, E, H, I, and J. The Commission also voted 7-0 to submit its FY 2024-25 Work Plan to City Council for approval. No members of the public spoke during oral communications or either public hearing. Both items are recommendations to City Council, which has final approval authority.

• Recommended City Council adopt a resolution amending the Downtown Precise Plan to update the Land Use Table for areas D, E, H, I, and J (6-0, Commissioner Clark recused)
• Voted to submit the FY 2024-25 Environmental Planning Commission Work Plan to City Council for approval (7-0)

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for June 26, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 28, 2024.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several fiscal year updates including the 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program and annual appropriations limit. The agenda includes multiple infrastructure actions regarding street improvements, utility undergrounding, and park developments.

• Miramonte Avenue Improvements project budget of $5,878,000
• Undergrounding utilities at 1020 Terra Bella Avenue up to $2.5 million
• Extension of the Shelter Crisis declaration through June 30, 2026
• 2019/20 City Bridges and Culverts Structural Inspection and Repairs budget of $3,110,000
• Villa-Chiquita Park construction contract up to $2,590,630

Public Safety Advisory Board

The Public Safety Advisory Board will review the Mountain View Police Department 2023 Annual Report and discuss the FY2024-25 work plan to set future public safety priorities. The board will also hear an overview of a revenue measure under consideration and consider appointing members to fill an ad hoc committee vacancy.

• Overview of a revenue measure under consideration for Building the Mountain View of Tomorrow
• Review and comment on the Mountain View Police Department 2023 Annual Report
• Discussion and recommendation of the FY2024-25 PSAB Work Plan for council approval
• Consideration of appointing PSAB members to fill an ad hoc committee vacancy

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

Performing Arts Committee

The June 19, 2024 Performing Arts Committee meeting was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No agenda items were reviewed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 21, 2024.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next regular meeting scheduled for August 21, 2024

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 17, 2024.

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Workplan and Planning Calendar for approval. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding positions and roles in the public library.

• Review and approve Fiscal Year 2024-25 Workplan
• Review and approve Fiscal Year 2024-25 Planning Calendar
• Presentation on Positions and Roles in the Public Library by Melvyn Yabut

The Board of Library Trustees unanimously approved the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Workplan and Planning Calendar. Library Director Tracy Gray reported on budget status and service usage trends, noting increased use of children's books and special services like the Seed Library. The July 15, 2024 meeting was canceled, and the next meeting is scheduled for August 19, 2024.

• Approved May 20, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2024-25 Workplan (4-0)
• Accepted Fiscal Year 2024-25 Planning Calendar (4-0)
• Canceled July 15, 2024 meeting

Council NOFA Review Committee

The Council NOFA Review Committee will receive a staff presentation and update regarding the review of the Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) process. The committee will also consider approving minutes from meetings held on August 18, 2022, and February 6, 2023.

• Review of Notice of Funding Availability Process presentation
• Approval of August 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of February 6, 2023 meeting minutes

Council Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will meet to review and approve the minutes from the May 15, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes a public forum for community input.

• Approval of May 15, 2024, meeting minutes

Rental Housing Committee

The Rental Housing Committee is considering the adoption of fiscal year 2024-25 budgets and fees for rent stabilization programs. The meeting also includes recommendations to renew legal and administrative service contracts.

• Adoption of FY 2024-25 budgets and fees for Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance
• Legal services contract renewal with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP not to exceed $200,000 for CSFRA and $65,000 for MHRSO
• Administrative and hearing process services contract renewal with Project Sentinel not to exceed $180,000 for CSFRA and $18,000 for MHRSO

The committee approved the fiscal year 2024-25 budgets and fees for rent stabilization ordinances. It also authorized contract renewals for legal services and administrative hearing processes.

• Approved FY 2024-25 budgets and fees for Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance
• Authorized legal services contract with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP for Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act not to exceed $200,000
• Authorized legal services contract with Goldfarb & Lipman LLP for Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance not to exceed $65,000
• Authorized Project Sentinel contract for Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act administrative and hearing services not to exceed $180,000
• Authorized Project Sentinel contract for Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance administrative and hearing services not to exceed $18,000
• Approved May 23, 2024 meeting minutes

Visual Arts Committee

The Visual Arts Committee will consider authorizing a call for artists for the Shoreline Boathouse Expansion. Members will also review updates on several Capital Improvement Program projects and provide input on a future Public Art Strategy.

• Authorize Call for Artists for Shoreline Boathouse Expansion (Project 20-39)
• Determine use of reserved public art funding from Project 20-35
• Capital Improvement Program updates: Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center (18-38), Rengstorff Park Maintenance and Tennis Buildings (21-48), Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project (21-35), Evelyn Park (21-60), and Villa-Chiquita Park (21-61)
• Public Art Strategy working session
• Adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Visual Arts Committee Work Plan

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a development review permit for a new carwash facility at Old Middlefield Way. The meeting also includes a request for a permit extension to construct a three-story commercial building on California Street.

• Development Review Permit for a 1,960-square-foot carwash and seven vacuum stations at 2378 Old Middlefield Way
• Permit Extension for a Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit for a 6,997-square-foot commercial building at 756 California Street

The Zoning Administrator approved two zoning applications during the hearing. No members of the public spoke during the comment periods for either item. The meeting was adjourned at 4:16 p.m.

• Approved application PL-2023-113 for 2378 Old Middlefield Way
• Approved application PL2024-032 for 756 California Street

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan for forwarding to the City Council. Members will also review preliminary study findings regarding a pickleball court project to recommend a site and number of courts.

• Review and approval of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan
• Review of Draft Preliminary Study Findings for Project 23-36 (Pickleball Court)
• Cuesta Pollinator Habitat update
• Annual Canopy update
• Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan update

The Commission approved the Fiscal Year 2024-25 work plan with modifications to include all city pollinator habitats. Members also directed staff to further study off-site and paved alternatives for pickleball courts to avoid removing a large stone pine tree.

• Approved May 8, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 work plan with modification to include all city pollinator habitats (4-0)
• Directed staff to seek off-site pickleball alternatives and paved areas in Cuesta Park
• Established moratorium on removing the large stone pine in Pickleball Site A

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Recommended Budget. Other agenda items include discussions on street parking regulations and several property and service agreements.

• Acquisition of property at 2231 West Middlefield Road for $2.5 million
• Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Recommended Budget
• $1,000,000 grant to Community Services Agency for site rehabilitation at 204 Stierlin Road
• Agreement with Valley Water for up to $10,100,000 in water infrastructure funding
• Professional services agreement with Siegfried Engineering, Inc. for $420,000

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss feedback regarding Teen Week events to improve future programming. Members will also brainstorm ideas for a Teen Wellness Retreat and receive an update on volunteer opportunities for the Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series.

• Teen Week event feedback and suggestions
• Teen Wellness Retreat planning
• Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series volunteer updates
• End-of-year committee survey

The committee approved the minutes from the April 29 meeting. Members discussed Teen Week feedback, brainstormed for the Teen Wellness Retreat, and completed an end-of-year survey for city staff.

• Approved April 29 meeting minutes (8-0)

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan for forwarding to the City Council. The body will also consider approving its own meeting schedule for the upcoming fiscal year.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Human Relations Commission Work Plan
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Meeting Schedule
• Oral update from Storytelling Project Ad Hoc Committee
• Oral update from Climate Change Outreach Subcommittee
• Presentation overview of a revenue measure regarding 'Keeping Mountain View Safe and Prepared'

Development Review Committee

The committee will review two development proposals. One involves an eight-story affordable rental project, and the other concerns a single-family home development requiring tree removal.

• 334 San Antonio Road: Proposed eight-story, 100-unit 100% affordable rental housing
• 301, 309, 317 and 323 Moorpark Way and 301 Sylvan Avenue: Proposed 22 single-family homes
• Heritage Tree Removal Permit for 30 trees at the Moorpark Way and Sylvan Avenue site

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission will engage in a second part of a facilitated team-building session. This session involves dialogue regarding communication, values, norms, and roles for the Commission.

• Facilitated EPC Team-Building Session - Part 2

The commission conducted a facilitated dialog regarding communication, values, norms, and roles. No substantive policy decisions or approvals were recorded during the meeting.

Council Transportation Committee

The Council Transportation Committee will review updates on the Personal Delivery Device Program and performance metrics for the California Street (West) Complete Street pilot. Members will also review a draft report regarding the Vision Zero Action Plan and Local Road Safety Plan.

• Personal Delivery Device Program update
• California Street (West) Complete Street Improvements pilot performance metrics between Showers Drive and Shoreline Boulevard
• Review of Integrated Vision Zero Action Plan/Local Road Safety Plan Draft Report

The Committee recommended that City Council adopt the integrated Vision Zero Action Plan and Local Road Safety Plan, provided staff updates the draft with recent collision data. The Committee also approved the meeting minutes from January 30, 2024.

• Approved January 30, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt integrated VZAP/LRSP draft after staff updates it with recent collision data (3-0)

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will review proposed amendments to permitted uses in the Downtown Precise Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation on a revenue measure and a vote to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-25 work plan.

• Proposed amendments to permitted use in Ares E, D, H, I, and J of the Downtown Precise Plan
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Downtown Committee Work Plan
• Overview of a revenue measure presented by Assistant City Manager Audrey Seymour Ramberg
• Update on downtown development projects
• Update on Castro Street activities

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure projects including downtown utility improvements and street maintenance. The agenda also includes items regarding police equipment policies, automated license plate cameras, and various city contract amendments.

• Downtown Utility Improvements (Project 22-41) budget of $12,360,000
• Downtown Precise Plan Update (Project 20-66) budget of $2,582,000
• California Street (West) Complete Street Improvements (Project 21-40) budget of $4,630,000
• Flock Safety Automated License Plate Recognition cameras contract up to $96,800
• ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan contract amendment of $34,730

Council Youth Services Committee

The committee is considering recommendations for the 2024-25 Youth Advisory Committee term. The proposed action includes reappointing nine current members and appointing six new members and 10 members-at-large.

• Recommendation to reappoint nine current Youth Advisory Committee members
• Recommendation to appoint six new Youth Advisory Committee members
• Recommendation to appoint 10 members-at-large to the Youth Advisory Committee

The Council Youth Services Committee met on May 28, 2024, with members Kamei and Ramos present. The committee voted 2-0 to recommend that the City Council approve reappointing nine current Youth Advisory Committee members and appoint six new members plus 10 members-at-large for the 2024-25 term. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 5:03pm.

• Recommended City Council approve 9 reappointments, 6 new members, and 10 members-at-large to the Youth Advisory Committee for 2024-25 (2-0)

Rental Housing Committee

The committee will review financial expenditures for the 2023-24 fiscal year regarding rent stabilization. Members will also discuss recommended budgets for the upcoming fiscal year and proposed changes to utility charge regulations.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 financial expenditures for Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 financial expenditures for Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance
• Review of Fiscal Year 2024-25 recommended budgets for rent stabilization administration
• Proposed amendments to Chapter 13 utility charge regulations for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act
• Presentation on Committee roles regarding Petition Appeal Hearings

The Mountain View Rental Housing Committee approved amendments to the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act regulations regarding utility charges. The committee also reviewed recommended budgets for the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance for Fiscal Year 2024-25. Additionally, the committee received a presentation on its role in petition appeal hearings and approved the consent calendar.

• Approved consent calendar including April 25 minutes and FY23-24 financial reports
• Adopted amendments to Chapter 13 Utility Charges regulations (motion carried)
• Reviewed FY24-25 recommended budgets for rent stabilization programs
• Received presentation on Petition Appeal Hearing roles and provided feedback

Public Safety Advisory Board

The Board will discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan to identify ongoing and new items. Members will also elect a Board Chair and Vice Chair, and receive an update regarding the May 30, 2024 Forum on Future of Community Policing.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan
• Discussion of May 30, 2024 Forum on Future of Community Policing
• Election of Board Chair
• Election of Board Vice Chair
• Ad Hoc Committee updates

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider two provisional use permit applications. These include a request for an indoor fencing studio at 1080 La Avenida Street and a restaurant at 357 Castro Street.

• Provisional Use Permit for Bayside Fencing Club at 1080 La Avenida Street
• Provisional Use Permit for Ocean One Seafood Company at 357 Castro Street

The Zoning Administrator approved two permit applications during the May 22 hearing. No members of the public spoke during the oral communications or public hearing portions of the meeting.

• Approved PL-2023-219 for Bayside Fencing Club at 1080 La Avenida Street
• Approved PL-2024-065 for Ocean One Seafood Company at 357 Castro Street

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review a presentation regarding library programming. Additionally, the Board is scheduled to review and adopt a revised draft of the Reference and Information Services Policy.

• Library Programming Presentation
• Review and adoption of revised Reference and Information Services Policy

The Board of Library Trustees approved a revised Reference and Information Services Policy as amended, with all five members present voting yes. The board also approved the minutes of its April 15, 2024 meeting, with Chair Nehrlich excused from that vote. The rest of the meeting was presentations and updates: library programming, the Bookmobile's circulation of 3,028 items and 150 new library cards since January 2024, and the Library Director's report on upcoming events. No new business was taken up.

• Approved revised Reference and Information Services Policy as amended (5-0)
• Approved minutes of the April 15, 2024 meeting (4-0, Chair Nehrlich excused)

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2024.

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee will review proposed budget requests for Fiscal Year 2024-25. The committee will also discuss potential collaboration opportunities with the Visual Arts Committee.

• Proposed budget requests for Performing Arts Division Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Discussion on a joint meeting with the Visual Arts Committee

The Mountain View Performing Arts Committee approved its January 17, 2024 minutes on a 3-0 vote. The committee then received an update from Performing Arts Manager Theresa Yvonne on proposed Performing Arts Division budget requests for fiscal year 2024-25, and discussed a potential joint meeting with the Visual Arts Committee. No budget requests were voted on or approved; the minutes record only presentations, questions, and discussion.

• Approved January 17, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Received update on proposed Performing Arts Division FY2024-25 budget requests; no action taken
• Discussed potential joint meeting with Visual Arts Committee; no action taken

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 19, 2024.

Council Neighborhoods Committee

The committee will meet at Amy Imai Elementary School to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a roll call and the approval of minutes from the April 17, 2024, meeting.

• Approval of April 17, 2024, meeting minutes

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for June 5, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will review several funding requests, including supplemental funds for the Lot 12 affordable housing project. The agenda also includes discussions on a potential property transfer tax for the November election and updates to police equipment policies.

• $5 million appropriation for Lot 12 affordable housing development
• $3.5 million agreement for Mountain View Community Shuttle operations
• $2,220,000 budget for City Buildings Workplace Study
• $533,000 contract for El Monte Corridor Improvements
• Discussion of potential Property Transfer Tax revenue measure for 2024 election

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Monday, May 13, 2024, is canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, June 10, 2024.

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will review input for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program. Members will also consider recommending funds for Miramonte Avenue Improvements and appointing a representative to the VTA Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee.

• Input on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program projects
• Recommendation to allocate TDA Article 3 funds to Miramonte Avenue Improvements, Project 20-01
• Appointment of a representative to the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority BPAC
• Update on i8Labs trail counter pilot project
• Review of the FY 2023-24 BPAC Work Plan

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the allocation of TDA3 funds to the Miramonte Project and appointed a representative to the VTA BPAC. The committee also approved the April 24 meeting minutes and the Trail Counters Pilot Project.

• Approved TDA3 funding for the Miramonte Project (5-0-0)
• Appointed member Lada Adamic to a two-year term as the City representative on the VTA BPAC (5-0-0)
• Approved April 24, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Approved Trail Counters Pilot Project (5-0-0)

Visual Arts Committee

The committee will review several Capital Improvement Program public art projects and discuss the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan. Members are also scheduled to consider authorizing calls for artists for the Shoreline Boathouse Expansion and the Castro Street Interim Art Project.

• Updates on Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center, Maintenance and Tennis Buildings, Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project, Evelyn Park, Villa-Chiquita Park, and Sylvan Park
• Authorization of a Call for Artists for Shoreline Boathouse Expansion (Project 20-39)
• Authorization of a Call for Artists for Castro Street Interim Art Project
• Discussion on Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan

Administrative Zoning Hearing

At the May 8, 2024 Administrative Zoning Hearing, Zoning Administrator Hollister approved the item for 382-384 Castro Street (application PL-2024-015, APNs 158-12-058 and 158-12-059), submitted by Junaid Qurashi and Malika Junaid for M.Designs Architects. Staff gave an oral presentation; the applicant was present but did not present. No members of the public spoke during public comment. The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. and adjourned at 4:06 p.m.

• Approved 382-384 Castro Street permit (PL-2024-015; APNs 158-12-058 and 158-12-059) — motion approved

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Park Land Dedication Fund. This item proposes appropriating $1,800,000 from the fund for one new project.

• $1,800,000 Park Land Dedication Fund appropriation recommendation

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board unanimously approved a recommendation to the City Council to appropriate $1,800,000 from the Park Land Dedication Fund for one new project. The commission also approved the minutes from the previous February meeting. Staff provided updates on various park projects and programs, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved February 14, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended $1.8M appropriation from Park Land Dedication Fund for one new project (5-0)

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will review updates on downtown development projects and Castro Street activities. Staff will also present information regarding the Mountain View Mediators Program and monthly crime statistics. The committee is seeking input to develop the Fiscal Year 2024-25 workplan.

• Downtown development project updates
• Castro Street activity update
• Mountain View Mediators Program overview
• Monthly downtown crime statistics report
• Downtown Parking Maintenance Assessment District No. 2 annual renewal

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission will review updates from the Storytelling Project and Gender Civility Roundtable ad hoc committees. Members will also discuss potential projects for the upcoming 2024-25 Fiscal Year Work Plan. Additionally, the Commission will consider approving minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of April 4, 2024 minutes
• Storytelling Project Ad Hoc Committee update
• Gender Civility Roundtable Ad Hoc Committee update
• Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan development discussion

The Human Relations Commission approved the minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting with modifications. Staff presented a discussion on potential projects for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 work plan, including LGBTQ+ collaboration and listening sessions. No new ordinances or funding decisions were made during this session.

• Approved April 4, 2024 minutes with modifications
• Discussed potential topics for FY 2024-25 work plan
• Received update on Storytelling Project awaiting legal review
• Received update on Gender Civility Roundtable event held April 18

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 1, 2024, is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 1, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

Tennis Advisory Committee

The Committee will review and revise tennis court rules. Staff will also provide an update regarding a Pickleball Feasibility Study.

• Review and revision of tennis court rules
• Update on the Pickleball Feasibility Study

The board approved the March 6, 2024 minutes. Members reviewed current tennis court rules and were instructed to research rules from other agencies and private clubs for the next meeting. Staff provided an update on the Pickleball Feasibility Study.

• Approved March 6, 2024 Minutes

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will receive updates from several subcommittees regarding their workplans. Members will also finalize selections for the Teen-Friendly Business Award and discuss upcoming Teen Week 2024 events. Additionally, staff will share information about July 2024 mental health training and a Parks and Recreation strategic plan survey.

• Finalizing Teen-Friendly Business Award selections
• Updates on Teen Week 2024 events
• Information on teen Mental Health First Aid training for July 2024
• Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan survey
• Subcommittee workplan updates

The Mountain View Youth Advisory Committee approved its April 1 meeting minutes on a 10-0 vote. Members finalized selections for the Teen-Friendly Business Award and signed up to volunteer at Teen Week events. Staff shared information on July 2024 teen Mental Health First Aid training and the Parks and Recreation Strategic Plan, and members completed a survey on the plan. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved April 1 meeting minutes (10-0)
• Finalized Teen-Friendly Business Award selections
• Members signed up to volunteer at Teen Week events

Public Safety Advisory Board

The Public Safety Advisory Board will review the 2023 military equipment annual report and the police department budget. Members will also provide input on a staff recommendation for a one-year agreement with Flock Safety for 24 automated license plate recognition cameras. The board will also consider updates to its 2024 meeting schedule.

• Review of 2023 MVPD Assembly Bill 481 Military Equipment Annual Report
• Proposed one-year agreement with Flock Safety for 24 automated license plate recognition cameras
• Discussion of the Mountain View Police Department Budget
• Update to the 2024 PSAB meeting schedule

Council Policy and Procedures Committee

The Council Policy and Procedures Committee is reviewing changes to city council meeting procedures regarding study sessions. The committee is also considering updates to the policy on positions taken regarding ballot measures, foreign policy, and international affairs.

• Revision to Council Policy A-13 regarding City Council Study Sessions
• Revision to Council Policy A-16 regarding positions on ballot measures and legislative advocacy
• Update on anticipated CPPC agenda topics for Fiscal Year 2023-24

Rental Housing Committee

The Committee will consider an appeal of a hearing officer's decision regarding specific petitions. Members will also discuss policy options for determining rent reductions related to habitability and maintenance. Additionally, the committee plans to elect a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Adoption of 2.4% Annual General Adjustment of Rent for 2024-25
• Appeal hearing for Petition Nos. C23240003 and C23240004
• Study session on rent reduction valuations for habitability and maintenance petitions
• Election of Committee Chairperson and Vice Chairperson

The Rental Housing Committee adopted a 2.4% Annual General Adjustment of Rent for 2024-25 under the Community Stabilization and Fair Rent Act and Mobile Home Rent Stabilization Ordinance. It also approved a Tentative Appeal Decision in its entirety in an appeal of a Hearing Officer's decision on two petitions, and elected Committee Member Brown as Chairperson and Committee Member Ma as Vice Chairperson for terms from May 2024 through April 2025. In a study session, the committee took straw-poll positions on how to value habitability and housing-services rent reductions, opposing two regulatory options and favoring a request that Hearing Officers provide more detailed methodology explanations.

• Approved minutes for the March 28, 2024 RHC meeting (motion carried; tally not recorded)
• Approved the Tentative Appeal Decision in its entirety for Petition Nos. C23240003 and C23240004 (motion carried; tally not recorded)
• Adopted a resolution setting the 2024-25 Annual General Adjustment of Rent at 2.4% (motion carried; tally not recorded)
• Straw poll: 6-0 opposed pursuing Option 3, regulations specifying habitability and housing-services rent-reduction methodologies with valuation guidelines
• Straw poll: 5-1 in favor of communicating to Hearing Officers a desire for detailed explanations of methodology, dollar amounts, and percentages in decisions
• Straw poll: 4-2 opposed pursuing Option 2, regulations offering more detailed methodologies for hearing officers to consider
• Elected Committee Member Brown as Chairperson for May 2024 to end of April 2025 (motion made; tally not recorded)
• Elected Committee Member Ma as Vice Chairperson for May 2024 to end of April 2025 (motion made; tally not recorded)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a request for a new front addition at 236 Castro Street. The meeting also includes a request to remove eight heritage trees at 420 Escuela Ave due to building hazards.

• Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit for a 58 square-foot front addition at 236 Castro Street
• Heritage Tree Removal Permit for eight trees at 420 Escuela Ave (1911 California Street)

The Zoning Administrator approved two zoning applications during the hearing. No members of the public spoke during the comment periods for either item. The meeting was adjourned at 4:21 p.m.

• Approved application for 236 Castro Street (PL-2023-197)
• Approved application for 420 Escuela Ave (1911 California Street) (PL-2023-045)

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 24, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The committee will receive an update and feedback on the California Street (West) Complete Street Improvements pilot project. Members will also review scoring criteria for the Active Transportation Plan and the FY 2023-24 Work Plan.

• California Street (West) Complete Street Improvements, Pilot, Project 21-40 update
• Review of Active Transportation Plan scoring criteria
• Review of BPAC Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
• VTA Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee report

The committee unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. Staff presented metrics for the California Street Complete Street pilot, which all members supported. The committee also reviewed and expressed general support for new scoring criteria for the Active Transportation Plan, though members requested adjustments regarding school routes and project completion timelines.

• Approved March 27, 2024 minutes with minor edit (5-0)
• BPAC members expressed strong support for California Street pilot project
• BPAC members expressed support for Active Transportation Plan scoring criteria
• No formal votes taken on pilot project or scoring criteria

City Council

The Council will consider several financial appropriations and contract amendments. Key items include a new Economic Vitality Strategy and various infrastructure payments for schools and street improvements.

• Adopt the Economic Vitality Strategy outlining economic development goals for 5-10 years
• $700,000 reimbursement to Mountain View Whisman School District for Vargas Elementary School field improvements
• $1,381,000 contract with Moore Iacofano Goltsman, Incorporated for the Moffett Boulevard Precise Plan
• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Federal Annual Action Plan allocating $2,172,500 for capital projects
• Amendment to professional services agreement with BKF Engineers for $98,000 for Ellis Street improvements

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 17, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 17, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

Council Neighborhoods Committee

The Council Neighborhoods Committee will review the approval of meeting minutes from February 22, 2024. The committee is also considering recommendations for $40,000 in neighborhood grant program funding for Fiscal Year 2024-25.

• $40,000 in neighborhood grant program funding recommendations for Fiscal Year 2024-25

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, was canceled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 17, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

• Meeting cancellation

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for April 29, 2024.

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will consider an updated Reference and Information Services Policy. The agenda also includes approving minutes from February 26, 2024, and reviewing the Library Director's Report.

• Review and adoption of updated Reference and Information Services Policy
• Approval of February 26, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of Library Director's Report

The Board of Library Trustees approved the minutes of its February 26, 2024 meeting by roll call, 4-0, with Member Sharon Su absent. The board did not vote on the revised Reference and Information Services Policy; after two members raised items to revise, staff were asked to bring it back for another review after edits. No public comments, donations, presentations, or unfinished business were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 7:53 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the February 26, 2024 meeting as presented (4-0, roll call)
• No vote taken on the revised Reference and Information Services Policy; staff asked to bring it back after suggested edits

Visual Arts Committee

The committee will review updates on several Capital Improvement Program public art projects. Members will also discuss public art selection for Evelyn Park, website content for economic development, and receive updates from Arts Mountain View and SVCreates.

• Updates on Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center (Project 18-38)
• Updates on Rengstorff Park Maintenance and Tennis Buildings (Project 21-48)
• Updates on Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project (Project 21-35)
• Updates on Evelyn Park (Project 21-60)
• Updates on Villa-Chiquita Park (Project 21-61) and Sylvan Park (Project 21-46)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a request for a Conditional Use Permit at 1762 Miramonte Avenue. The proposal would allow "The Exercise Coach" to operate in an existing 1,005 square foot commercial space.

• Conditional Use Permit request for 'The Exercise Coach' fitness center

The Zoning Administrator approved a permit application for The Exercise Coach at 1762 Miramonte Avenue. No members of the public spoke during the public comment portions of the meeting.

• Approved PL-2024-013 for The Exercise Coach at 1762 Miramonte Avenue

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program. The Council will also consider a resolution to suspend enforcement of all-electric building requirements for new construction. Additionally, staff will present an update on the R3 Zoning District project.

• Suspension of all-electric building requirements and gas appliance prohibitions
• Temporary use of Parking Lot 12 for California Farmers’ Markets through September 2024
• Miramonte Reservoir Fence Replacement with an $870,000 project budget
• Review of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program
• R3 Zoning District Update regarding goals and phasing

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission is reviewing funding recommendations for the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Action Plan. The proposal includes allocating approximately $2,130,000 toward capital projects and affordable housing. Additionally, two ad hoc committees will provide oral updates.

• Allocation of approximately $2,130,000 for capital projects and affordable housing
• $180,000 CDBG funding allocation to Rebuilding Together Peninsula for minor home repairs
• Oral update from the Storytelling Project Ad Hoc Committee
• Oral update from the Gender Civility Roundtable Ad Hoc Committee

The Commission adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds. This includes allocations for capital projects, minor home repairs, and public service applicants.

• Approved March 7, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved staff funding recommendations for Community Services Agency (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds (7-0)
• Allocated approx. $2,130,000 for capital projects, including affordable housing (7-0)
• Allocated $180,000 in CDBG funding to Rebuilding Together Peninsula for minor home repair (7-0)
• Allocated $278,724 from General Fund for recommended public service applicants (7-0)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Administrative Zoning Hearing scheduled for Wednesday, April 3, 2024, has been canceled. The next hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting consists of a single team-building session and procedural items. This session involves dialogue regarding communication, values, and roles for commissioners. No other business or public hearings are scheduled.

• Facilitated EPC team-building session regarding commission roles and responsibilities

The Environmental Planning Commission met on April 3, 2024, with all seven commissioners present. The only agenda item was a facilitated team-building session on communication, values, norms, and commission roles, led by facilitator Nelson Fialho after opening remarks from City Manager McCarthy. No minutes were approved, no public comment was received, and no substantive decisions were made. Chair Dempsey adjourned the meeting at 10:00 p.m.

Downtown Committee

The Downtown Committee will receive updates regarding downtown development projects and current efforts related to Castro Street. Staff will also provide an overview of downtown events and a recap of the City Manager's annual update presentation.

• Downtown development project updates
• Castro Street activity update
• Overview of Downtown events
• Recap of the City Annual Update

Youth Advisory Committee

The Youth Advisory Committee will review updates on the 2024 Youth Leadership Summit and Teen Week 2024. Members will also provide feedback on the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day event. Additionally, various subcommittees will present workplan updates.

• Approval of March 18 meeting minutes
• Presentation on the 2024 Youth Leadership Summit
• Subcommittee updates on workplan items
• Feedback on Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day event
• Update on Teen Week 2024 events and marketing strategies

The committee approved the minutes from the March 18 meeting. Members received a presentation on the 2024 Youth Leadership Summit and provided feedback on the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day event.

• Approved March 18 meeting minutes (10-0)

Rental Housing Committee

The committee will consider appeals regarding hearing officer decisions for specific petitions. It will also receive updates on the Tenant Relocation Assistance Program and the city's tenant displacement response strategy. Additionally, the committee will review a proposal to reclassify a staff position.

• Appeal of Hearing Officer’s Decision (Petition No. C22230037)
• Appeal of Hearing Officer's Decision (Petitions Nos. C22230050 and C22230051)
• Tenant Relocation Assistance Program annual overview
• Update on City's Tenant Displacement Response Strategy
• Reclassification of Project Manager to Rent Stabilization Manager

The Rental Housing Committee accepted two tentative appeal decisions in landlord-tenant petition cases and authorized reclassifying a 1.0 FTE Project Manager position to a 1.0 FTE Rent Stabilization Manager position. It also received annual updates on the Tenant Relocation Assistance Program and the city's tenant displacement response strategy, providing feedback. All votes were 5-0, with Member Balch absent.

• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision in Petition No. C22230037 (5-0)
• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision in Petitions Nos. C22230050 and C22230051 (5-0)
• Authorized reclassification of 1.0 FTE Project Manager to 1.0 FTE Rent Stabilization Manager (5-0)
• Approved February 22, 2024 RHC meeting minutes (5-0)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will hold public hearings for two land use permit requests. These include an art studio proposal at 1954 Old Middlefield Way and a permit extension for a development at 601-649 Escuela Avenue.

• Permit extension for a 25-unit mixed-use project with underground parking at 601-649 Escuela Avenue and 1873 Latham Street
• Conditional Use Permit request for an art studio in a 2,292-square foot space at 1954 Old Middlefield Way

The Zoning Administrator approved two permit applications during the March 27 hearing. Both items were approved following staff and applicant presentations.

• Approved PL-2023-215 for 1954 Old Middlefield Way (Art School of SF Bay, LLC)
• Approved PL2024-011 for 601-649 Escuela Avenue and 1873 Latham Street

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee is reviewing the draft Integrated Vision Zero Action Plan and Local Road Safety Plan. Members will also review the Safe Routes to School final report for fiscal years 2019-20 through 2022-23 and discuss upcoming work plans.

• Review of Integrated Vision Zero Action Plan and Local Road Safety Plan Draft Report
• Receipt of Safe Routes to School Final Report (FY 2019-20 through FY 2022-23)
• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Work Plan
• Input on and acceptance of Draft Fiscal Year 2024-25 Work Plan
• VTA Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee update

The committee approved the 2019-2023 Safe Routes to School Final Report and requested staff provide a public-facing project status tracker. Members also moved to discuss modifying city ordinances regarding no-right-turn-on-red (NRTOR) at high-injury locations.

• Approved 2019-2023 Safe Routes to School Final Report (5-0-0)
• Approved January 31, 2024 meeting minutes with edits (5-0-0)
• Requested work item to discuss NRTOR ordinance modifications at specific locations (5-0-0)
• Requested presentation from Parks and Recreation staff on active transportation planning (3-0-2)
• Requested staff present precise plans in review that include bicycle and pedestrian elements (5-0-0)
• Requested staff maintain and publish a status list of active transportation projects (5-0-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to zoning for emergency shelters and review progress on the 2030 General Plan. The agenda also includes approving plans for Evelyn Park and a City Hall reception area remodel.

• Evelyn Park project: $2,395,000 budget
• City Hall Remodel (Community Development Department Reception Area Phase): $2,000,000 budget
• Zoning amendments for emergency shelters and El Camino Real Precise Plan updates
• Floodplain Management Ordinance amendment regarding manufactured homes
• Temporary closure of Parking Lot No. 11 on May 19, 2024

Development Review Committee

The committee will review a request for a planned community permit and development review permit for 236 Castro Street. The proposal includes a 58 square foot addition and major façade modifications to an existing multi-tenant commercial building.

• Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit for 236 Castro Street
• Proposed 58 square foot addition and major façade modifications at 236 Castro Street

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for March 20, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 3, 2024.

Performing Arts Committee

The Performing Arts Committee meeting scheduled for March 20, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next meeting is scheduled for April 17, 2024.

Senior Advisory Committee

The committee will review the Senior Advisory Outreach Committee plans and a draft of the Executive Summary. Staff will also provide an update on Senior Center programming and recent comment cards.

• Review of Senior Advisory Outreach Committee plans
• Review of Executive Summary 2.0 draft
• Senior Center programming and comment card summary

City Council

The Council will receive feedback on strategies to address tenant displacement through property acquisition and preservation. The meeting also includes a public hearing to introduce an ordinance amendment regarding floodplain management for manufactured homes. Additionally, the Council will consider contract amendments for building plan checking services.

• Feedback session on tenant displacement response strategy
• $1,250,000 increase for Shums Coda Associates, Inc. contract
• $250,000 increase for CSG Consultants, Inc. contract
• Floodplain Management Ordinance amendment for manufactured homes
• Acceptance of public improvements at 45 West El Camino Real

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee will review minutes from the March 4 meeting and hear a presentation on a potential YAC project. Members will also discuss marketing strategies for Teen Week 2024 and finalize duties for the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day.

• Presentation on a potential YAC project
• Subcommittee updates on workplan items
• Feedback on the 2024 YAC Attack event
• Marketing strategies for Teen Week 2024
• Finalizing duties for Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day

The committee approved the March 4 meeting minutes. Members reviewed marketing for Teen Week 2024 and finalized duties for the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day event.

• Approved March 4 meeting minutes

Board of Library Trustees

The regular meeting scheduled for Monday, March 18, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2024.

Visual Arts Committee

The committee will receive updates on several Capital Improvement Program public art projects. Discussion includes City Council direction for Evelyn Park and a potential joint meeting with the Performing Arts Committee.

• Updates on Rengstorff Park Aquatics Center (Project 18-38)
• Updates on Rengstorff Park Maintenance and Tennis Buildings (Project 21-48)
• Updates on Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project (Project 21-35)
• Updates on Evelyn Park (Project 21-60)
• Discussion of City Council direction for Evelyn Park public art

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a request to remove four heritage trees at 2485 Hospital Drive. The application includes a retroactive permit for two trees already removed and requires the planting of replacement trees.

• Heritage Tree Removal Permit for four trees at 2485 Hospital Drive
• Retroactive permit request for two previously removed heritage trees
• Requirement for appropriate replacement trees

The Zoning Administrator approved a project application (PL-2023-165) for El Camino Real Hospital located at 2485 Hospital Drive. One member of the public provided virtual comment during the hearing.

• Approved project PL-2023-165 at 2485 Hospital Drive

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 13, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for April 10, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission will hold a study session regarding the R3 Zoning District Update. The Commission is tasked with reviewing project goals, phasing, sub-districts, and location criteria to provide recommendations to the City Council.

• R3 Zoning District Update: review of goals, phasing, sub-districts, and location criteria

The commission conducted a study session regarding R3 Zoning District goals, phasing, sub-districts, and location criteria. No formal actions were taken, though straw polls were conducted on project criteria. The March 20, 2024 meeting was cancelled.

Human Relations Committee

The Commission will review the January 4, 2024, meeting minutes. Two ad hoc committees, the Gender Civility Roundtable and the Storytelling Project, are scheduled to provide oral updates.

• Approval of January 4, 2024, meeting minutes
• Oral update from Gender Civility Roundtable Ad Hoc Committee
• Oral update from Storytelling Project Ad Hoc Committee

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, March 6, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20, 2024.

Tennis Advisory Committee

The Committee will develop a work plan for 2024. Staff will also provide updates on a Pickleball Feasibility Study and the renewal of the agreement between Mountain View Tennis and the City.

• Development of 2024 work plan
• Pickleball Feasibility Study update
• Update on Mountain View Tennis and City agreement renewal

The Tennis Advisory Board decided to review and revise city-wide tennis court rules and explore a stewardship program for 2024. Staff provided updates on a pickleball feasibility study and the extension of the agreement with Mountain View Tennis.

• Approved August 23, 2023 meeting minutes
• Decided to review and revise city-wide tennis court rules
• Decided to explore a stewardship program

Downtown Committee

The committee will receive updates on downtown development projects and current activities related to Castro Street. Presentations include the Fire Department 150th Anniversary Celebration and a report on Sister Cities. Public Works staff will also share information regarding an Active Transportation Plan analysis.

• Downtown Development Updates
• Castro Street update
• Fire Department 150th Anniversary Celebration presentation
• Sister Cities presentation
• Active Transportation Plan - Downtown Analysis

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee will receive workplan updates from several subcommittees. Members are also scheduled to discuss marketing for Teen Week 2024, finalize details for the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day, and receive information regarding the YAC Attack event.

• Subcommittee updates on College and Career, Cultural Diversity and Health and Wellness, Marketing and Outreach, and Teen-Friendly Business Award
• Discussion of marketing strategies for Teen Week 2024
• Finalizing details for Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day on March 23, 2024
• Information regarding the YAC Attack event held March 9

The committee approved the minutes from the February 20 meeting. Members discussed marketing for Teen Week 2024 and finalized details for the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day and YAC Attack events.

• Approved February 20 meeting minutes (8-0)

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Administrative Zoning Hearing scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 13, 2024.

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The scheduled meeting for February 28, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 27, 2024.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing midyear budget status reports and proposed fund adjustments. The agenda includes several infrastructure and community items, such as road realignment, park improvements, and public art approvals.

• Northbound Shoreline Boulevard/U.S. 101 Off-Ramp Realignment design agreement up to $3,091,000
• Prohousing Incentive Program funds application not to exceed $870,000
• Evelyn Park 'Butterfly Reflect' sculpture approval for $30,000
• Rengorff Park murals by Fernanda Martinez and Harumo Sato for $46,600
• Temporary closure of Parking Lot 12 for California Farmers’ Markets on March 3, 10, and 17, 2024

Board of Library Trustees

The Board of Library Trustees will review the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Mid-Year Performance Measures. The meeting also includes a review of the Library Director's Report.

• Review of Fiscal Year 2023-24 Mid-Year Performance Measures
• Review of Library Director's Report

The Board of Library Trustees approved the minutes of its January 22, 2024 meeting on a 5-0 roll-call vote. Library Director Tracy Gray presented a mid-year update on Fiscal Year 2023-24 performance measures, reporting over 300,000 library visits, rising circulation (especially e-books and audiobooks), steady program attendance, and increased use of computer stations and study rooms. No donations, presentations, unfinished business, or public comments were recorded, and the meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

• Approved January 22, 2024 minutes as presented (5-0 roll call)
• No action taken on mid-year performance measures; received as an update only

Rental Housing Committee

The committee will consider whether to accept or modify a tentative appeal decision for Petition No. C23240026. The agenda also includes updates on annual registration compliance and financial expenditures for the CSFRA and MHRSO. Additionally, staff will present the Rent Stabilization Division report through December 2023.

• Appeal of Hearing Officer Decision (Petition No. C23240026)
• Update on CSFRA and MHRSO annual registration and fee compliance
• Financial expenditures for CSFRA and MHRSO through December 31, 2023
• Rent Stabilization Division FY 2023-24 report through December 2023

The committee accepted a Tentative Appeal Decision regarding a specific rental petition in its entirety. Members also received quarterly reports on rent stabilization expenditures and registration compliance.

• Approved January 25, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Tentative Appeal Decision for Petition No. C23240026 in its entirety (5-0)

Public Safety Advisory Board

The Board will review a report regarding the Mountain View Police Department's performance data and feedback from July 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Members will also receive a follow-up presentation on policing best practices related to bias and extreme views.

• Review of MVPD performance and feedback data for Q3 and Q4 2023
• Follow-up presentation on best practices in bias/extreme views in policing
• Discussion of options to enhance meeting continuity

Council Neighborhoods Committee

The Council Neighborhoods Committee is considering its work plan for the 2024 calendar year. The proposed plan includes regular committee meetings, four neighborhood meetings, and the Neighborhood Grant Program.

• Adoption of the 2024 Council Neighborhoods Committee Work Plan
• Confirmation of the 2024 meeting schedule
• Neighborhood Grant Program oversight

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 21, 2024, is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 6, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Commission will review the 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and proposed changes to include emergency shelters as a permitted use. Additionally, members will review the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report and elect a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Review of 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report
• Proposed ordinance amending Chapter 36 (Zoning) regarding emergency shelters
• Proposed resolution amending the El Camino Real (P-38) Precise Plan for emergency shelters
• Review of 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Election of EPC Chair and Vice Chair

The Environmental Planning Commission recommended that the City Council adopt zoning amendments to permit emergency shelters and update the El Camino Real Precise Plan. The commission also recommended the City Council review annual progress reports for the Housing Element and General Plan.

• Recommended City Council adopt zoning amendments for emergency shelter standards and permitting (3-2)
• Recommended City Council add emergency shelters as a permitted use in the El Camino Real Precise Plan (3-2)
• Recommended City Council consider the 2023-31 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (6-1)
• Recommended City Council consider the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report (7-0)
• Approved minutes of August 16, 2023 (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Elected Vice Chair Dempsey as EPC Chair (6-0)
• Elected Commissioner Gutierrez as EPC Vice Chair (6-0)

Senior Advisory Committee

The Senior Advisory Committee will approve January meeting minutes, review outreach plans, and consider a draft executive summary for approval. Staff will present an update on senior center programming and comment cards from January and February, which affects local services for older Mountain View residents. No binding policy actions are scheduled.

• Approve minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting
• Review Senior Advisory Committee outreach plans
• Consider draft executive summary for approval
• Receive staff update on senior center programming and comment cards

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission agenda for the February 21, 2024 meeting was published in error and subsequently unpublished. The commission intends to re-publish the agenda by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 16, 2024.

• No meeting items were listed due to an error notification.

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates from several subcommittees, including College and Career and Marketing and Outreach. Members will also work on planning Teen Week 2024 and finalizing details for the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day event scheduled for March 23, 2024.

• Approval of February 5 meeting minutes
• Subcommittee updates regarding College and Career, Cultural Diversity, Health and Wellness, and Marketing and Outreach
• Planning for Teen Week 2024
• Finalizing details for Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day on March 23, 2024

The committee approved the minutes from the February 5 meeting. Members provided updates on subcommittee workplans and discussed planning for Teen Week 2024 and the Find Your Fit: Teen Career Day event.

• Approved February 5 meeting minutes (11-0)

Visual Arts Committee

The Visual Arts Committee will review updates on public art projects at Rengstorff Park, the Transit Center, and Evelyn Park. The committee will also hear an update from the Ad Hoc Committee regarding public art strategy. Additionally, members will discuss the artist call and jury process for the Center for Performing Arts.

• Updates on Rengstorff Park, Transit Center, and Evelyn Park public art projects
• Update from the Ad Hoc Committee on public art strategy
• Discussion of Center for Performing Arts Call for Artist and Jury Process
• Approval of January 17, 2024, special meeting minutes

Administrative Zoning Hearing

The Zoning Administrator will consider a modification to a planned community permit at 1255 Pear Avenue. The meeting also includes a request for a two-year permit extension for a senior care facility on El Monte Avenue.

• 1255 Pear Avenue: Modification to reduce residential units from 425 to 244 on a 3.74-acre site
• 1057-1061 El Monte Avenue: Two-year permit extension for a four-story, 90-room senior care facility
• 1057-1061 El Monte Avenue: Heritage Tree Removal Permit to remove six trees

At the February 14, 2024 Administrative Zoning Hearing, Zoning Administrator Blizinski approved two items: 1255 Pear Avenue (Tim Steele for the Sobrato Organization, PL-2022-225) and 1057-1061 El Monte Avenue (Mitra Malek for El Monte Senior LLC, PL-2023-231). Staff presentations were given for both items, and one member of the public spoke on the Pear Avenue item. No vote tallies were recorded; the minutes state only 'MOTION: APPROVED' for each. The meeting adjourned at 4:11 p.m.

• Approved 1255 Pear Avenue permit application (PL-2022-225) for Tim Steele/Sobrato Organization
• Approved 1057-1061 El Monte Avenue permit application (PL-2023-231) for Mitra Malek/El Monte Senior LLC

Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board

The Commission will review proposed Heritage tree mitigation for Phase 1 of the Downtown Utility Improvements, Project 22-41. The recommendation includes replacing one Heritage tree with two 24” box trees near the removal area.

• Review of Heritage tree mitigation for Downtown Utility Improvements, Project 22-41-Phase 1
• Proposed replacement of one (1) Heritage tree with two (2) 24” box trees

The Commission voted to recommend that the City Council approve the mitigation of one Heritage tree for the Downtown Utility Improvements project. The proposal includes replacing the tree at a 2:1 ratio with two 24” box trees. The January 17, 2024 minutes were also approved.

• Approved recommendation to City Council for 2:1 replacement of one Heritage tree (5-0)
• Approved January 17, 2024 minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on several housing fund allocations, including $1,094,136 in PLHA funds and $4,205,452 in LHTF grants. The agenda also includes a study session on 2024 legislative priorities and presentations for Black History Month. Closed sessions will address labor negotiations and property purchase terms.

• Accepting $1,094,136 in PLHA funds for West El Camino Real and downpayment assistance
• Allocating $4,205,452 in LHTF grants to Terra Bella Avenue and Linda Vista Avenue projects
• Modifying the negotiation period for development at 87 East Evelyn Avenue
• Negotiating purchase terms for properties at 939 San Rafael Avenue and 2231 West Middlefield Road

Development Review Committee

The Development Review Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 7, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

Environmental Planning Commission

The Environmental Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 7, 2024, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 21, 2024.

Downtown Committee

The committee will conduct elections for the 2024 Chair and Vice Chair positions. Staff will provide updates on downtown development projects and activities related to Castro Street. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding Sister Cities.

• Election of the 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Downtown development project updates from Planning Division staff
• Update on Castro Street efforts and activities
• Presentation on Sister Cities by Leslie Imai
• Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes

Youth Advisory Committee

The committee will review the January 22 meeting minutes and hear a presentation on Teen Mental Health First Aid from Project Safety Net. Members will also receive updates from four subcommittees and begin planning for Teen Week 2024. Additionally, the group will discuss marketing strategies to recruit new members for the 2024-25 school year.

• Presentation on Teen Mental Health First Aid by Peying Lee of Project Safety Net
• Updates from College and Career, Cultural Diversity and Health and Wellness, Marketing and Outreach, and Teen-Friendly Business Award subcommittees
• Planning for Teen Week 2024
• Discussion of recruitment strategies for the 2024-25 school year
• Approval of January 22 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the January 22 meeting. Members received a presentation on Teen Mental Health First Aid and discussed planning for Teen Week 2024.

• Approved January 22 meeting minutes (8-0)

Human Relations Committee

The Human Relations Commission meeting scheduled for February 1, 2024, has been canceled.

Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2024 calendar year. The committee will also review updates on the Personal Delivery Device Pilot Program and the FY 2023-24 Work Plan.

• Election of 2024 Chair and Vice Chair
• Personal Delivery Device Pilot Program update and proposed augmentations
• Santa Clara Valley Transportation Agency (VTA) BPAC report
• Review of the FY 2023-24 Work Plan

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved its November 29, 2023 minutes and elected John Isaac Stone as chair and Terry Barton as vice chair for 2024, both on 5-0-0 votes. It received a presentation and public and committee comment on the Personal Delivery Device Pilot Program, with members requesting more data and metrics, but took no vote on the program. The committee also heard a VTA BPAC update and a staff presentation on its fiscal year 2023-24 work plan, again with no action taken.

• Approved November 29, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0-0)
• Elected John Isaac Stone as BPAC Chair for 2024 (5-0-0)
• Elected Terry Barton as BPAC Vice Chair for 2024 (5-0-0)