City Hall Connection August 10, 2022

City Hall Connection

Aug. 10, 2022

News and Information from the City of Mountain View

MountainView.gov

Next R3 Zoning Neighborhood Meetings

An update to the R3 Zone is a key part of the City's efforts to create more opportunities for housing in Mountain View. This zoning update may also help new development proposals to better address neighborhood conditions.

Join us for workshops to share your ideas about the R3 Zoning District in each part of Mountain View and help envision the future of your neighborhood.

The next neighborhood meetings on R3 Zoning proposals are:

Thursday, Aug. 11 – Springer/Cuesta/Phyllis Neighborhoods

Tuesday, Aug. 16 – Grant/Sylvan Park Neighborhoods

All meetings will be held by Zoom from 7 to 9 p.m. To join the meeting on the dates above, go to MountainView.gov/R3workshop.

Reminder: Make an Appointment for the

Aug. 13 Household Hazardous Waste

Collection Event

Make sure to schedule an appointment today.

Do you have unwanted chemicals, batteries or electronics? There is still time to make a free appointment for the Saturday, Aug. 13 Household Hazardous Waste collection event in Mountain View.

Safely dispose of household hazardous wastes, including paint, batteries, electronics, pesticides, cleaning and pool chemicals, propane tanks, fluorescent lights, and more. Appointments are required. Call 408-299-7300 or reserve your spot online at HHW.org. To schedule online, click the green “Make an Appointment” button then select Mountain View on the calendar for Aug. 13. After booking, you will receive the specific Mountain View drop-off location. Bring proof of Santa Clara County residency (e.g., driver’s license or utility bill) to the event.

If you cannot attend on Aug. 13, the County of Santa Clara has permanent household hazardous waste drop-off facilities available year-round to county residents by appointment. Visit HHW.org to check the 2022 facility operating schedule and make an appointment.

Community Activities and Services

Fall Activities Registration is Now Open

Registration is now open for Recreation programs taking place from September to December. Fall activities include new fall swim lessons, language classes, fitness classes and holiday events. To view the Fall Activity Guide and registration information, visit MountainView.gov/Register.

Monster Bash Sponsorship Opportunities

The annual Monster Bash is already around the corner and there are still opportunities to sponsor this family friendly citywide event. Go to MountainView.gov/MonsterBash for more details.

About Monster Bash 2022

On Saturday, Oct. 29, Rengstorff Park will transform into a ghoulish good time for all ages with the City of Mountain View's annual Monster Bash. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., community members are encouraged to don their favorite costumes and enjoy a fall festival loaded with a twisty maze, spooky games, enchanting performances, stilt walkers, inflatables, a creepy-crawly-ooey-gooey zone and more. This event is free and open to the public. Walking or biking to the event is encouraged.

Teen Center Returns to After-School Hours Aug. 15

The View Teen Center will resume school year hours on Monday, Aug. 15. The View will be open on a drop-in basis Monday-Friday from 3:15 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 1 to 6 p.m. Along with daily fun activities, The View Teen Center features academic tutoring, wellness chats, classes in art and cooking and plenty of other activities. Visit MountainView.gov/Teens for more information, including how to get a free membership.

Concerts on the Plaza

Concerts on the Plaza continue with:

Aug. 12: The Joint Chiefs
Aug. 19: Samba Cruz
Aug. 26: The FOG
Sep. 2: Pop Fiction
Sep. 9: Country Cougars
Sep. 23: Billy Martini 70's Musical Tribute
Sep. 30: The UnOriginals

All concerts are scheduled from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.

Final Summer Outdoor Movie Night for the Season

The last of the 2022 Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series is this Friday, Aug. 12 at Rengstorff Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG).

OnStage at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts

Aug. 13–14 | Bayer Ballet Company presents Esmeralda Suite & Classical Masterpieces | Tickets

Aug. 19 |Socially Inept: Roast of Silicon Valley - August | Tickets

Aug. 19–Sep. 11 | TheatreWorks Silicon Valley presents Hershey Felder: Chopin in Paris | Tickets

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

Lobby Art OnDisplay:

Jeemin Kim | Ink, acrylic on stretched paper | July 12 – Sep. 12
Warner Williams | Oil on canvas | Sep. 13 – Nov. 21

Still Time to Volunteer as Usher or Docent for 2022-23 Season

The enthusiasm and dedication of the more than 100 active volunteers help make the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts a success.

Join the fun, support the arts and become an usher for upcoming performances or a lobby docent for the rotating visual art show on display. Training is provided. To sign up and for more information, email Orin Meadows.

COVID-19 Briefing

COVID-19 Testing

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

Aug. 22
Sep. 12
Sep. 26

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

SCCPHD COVID-19 Data Dashboard

Upcoming Meetings & Events

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

Aug. 12 | Theatre in the Park: Improvisation 2 | 3 p.m. | Pioneer Park ParkStage

Aug. 12 | Concerts on the Plaza | 6–7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza

Aug. 12 | Summer Outdoor Movie Night—Space Jam: A New Legacy | 8:30 p.m. | Rengstorff Park

Aug. 13 | Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Event | all day | appointment required

Aug. 15 | Board of Library Trustees | 7 p.m. | online

Aug. 16 | Interactive Workshop: Filing Rent Increase Petitions (Landlord Focused) | 3 p.m. | register to attend

Aug. 16 | Special City Council Meeting followed by Closed Session| 5 p.m. | online

Aug. 17| Development Review Committee | 2 p.m. | online

Aug. 17 | Performing Arts Committee | 6: 15 p.m. | online

Aug. 17 | Interactive Workshop: Filing Tenant Hardship Petitions (Tenant Focused) | 6:30 p.m. | register to attend

Aug. 17 | Environmental Planning Commission | 7 p.m. | online

Aug. 18 | Housing and Eviction Prevention Help Center | 1–5 p.m. | Library

Aug. 19 | Concerts on the Plaza | 6–7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza

Aug. 22 | Rental Housing Commission | 7 p.m. | online

Aug. 24 | Administrative Zoning Hearing | 4 p.m. | online

AskMV at Your Service

Available 24/7, Ask Mountain View is an easy way to send your questions, concerns and compliments directly to City staff who can help you. Download the app or submit a request online at MountainView.gov/AskMV.

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