City Council
Regular MeetingMountain View, CA · November 17, 2020
Minutes
CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2020 - 4:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES VIDEO CONFERENCE WITH NO PHYSICAL MEETING
LOCATION
Margaret Abe-Koga, Mayor Kimbra McCarthy, City Manager
Ellen Kamei, Vice Mayor Krishan Chopra, City Attorney
Chris Clark, Councilmember Lisa Natusch, City Clerk
Alison Hicks, Councilmember
Lisa Matichak, Councilmember
John McAlister, Councilmember
Lucas Ramirez, Councilmember
November 17, 2020 Video Conference with No Physical Meeting Location
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
This meeting was conducted in accordance with State of California Executive Order
N-29-20, dated March 17, 2020. All members of the City Council participated in the
meeting by video conference, with no physical meeting location.
4:30 P.M.-STUDY SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Abe-Koga called the meeting to order at 4:34 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 7 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember Matichak,
Councilmember McAlister, Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
3. STUDY SESSION
3.1 Conduct Environmental Planning Commission Applicant Interviews
Mayor Abe-Koga introduced the item.
Public Comment opened at 4:36 p.m.
No speakers.
Public Comment closed at 4:36 p.m.
Council discussed the proposed interview questions.
Council interviewed applicants Hank Dempsey and Dylah Ray.
MOTION - M/S - McAlister/Clark to recommend appointment of Hank Dempsey to a
four-year term January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2024.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Yes: 7 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember Matichak,
Councilmember McAlister, Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
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The Study Session concluded at 5:31 p.m.
5:30 P.M.-STUDY SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Abe-Koga called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 7 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember Matichak,
Councilmember McAlister, Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
3. STUDY SESSION
3.1 Traffic Operations Center Feasibility Study, Project 19-51-Overview
Associate Civil Engineer Carla Ochoa presented the staff report. Director of Public Works
Dawn Cameron and City Traffic Engineer Lorenzo Lopez provided additional information.
Public Comment opened at 5:42 p.m.
The following members of the public spoke:
April Webster
Bruce England, Mountain View Coalition for Sustainable Planning
Public Comment closed at 5:46 p.m.
Council expressed support for the staff recommended vision, including the proposed
functions and features, for the Traffic Operations Center and the proposed strategy for
gradual implementation of a Transportation Smart City with initial priority on developing the
Traffic Operations Center.
The Study Session concluded at 6:16 p.m.
6:30 P.M.-SPECIAL SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Abe-Koga called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m. and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: 7 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember Matichak,
Councilmember McAlister, Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
Councilmember Matichak arrived at 6:34 p.m.
3. PRESENTATIONS
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City Manager Kimbra McCarthy provided an update on COVID-19.
Public Comment opened at 6:40 p.m.
The following member of the public spoke:
Steven Goldstein
Public Comment closed at 6:42 p.m.
3.1 Update from Los Altos School District Superintendent Jeff Baier
Los Altos School District Superintendent Jeff Baier provided an update on Los Altos School
District operations.
Public Comment opened at 6:54 p.m.
The following member of the public spoke:
Cynthia Razo
Public Comment closed at 6:55 p.m.
3.2 Proclamation in Recognition of Outgoing City Clerk Lisa Natusch
Mayor Abe-Koga presented a proclamation to outgoing City Clerk Lisa Natusch. City Clerk
Natusch provided comments.
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
City Manager Kimbra McCarthy responded to questions regarding Item 4.2.
MOTION - M/S - Clark/Matichak - To approve the Consent Calendar.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Yes: 7 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember Matichak,
Councilmember McAlister, Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
4.1 Approve Meeting Minutes
Approve the City Council meeting minutes of June 30, 2020 and September 22, 2020.
4.2 2021 City Council Meeting Schedule
Approve the 2021 City Council meeting schedule.
4.3 660 Tyrella Avenue and 2296 Mora Place; and 2632, 2660, and 2698 Marine
Way-Accept Public Improvements
1. Accept the public improvements for the development at 660 Tyrella Avenue for
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maintenance throughout their useful life.
2. Accept the public improvements for the development at 2296 Mora Place for
maintenance throughout their useful life.
3. Accept the public improvements for the development at 2632, 2660, and 2698 Marine
Way for maintenance throughout their useful lives.
4.4 Evandale Mini-Park, Project 17-45, and Shoreline Park Irrigation Replacement,
Project 16-31-Accept Construction
1. Accept Evandale Mini-Park, Project 17-45, and authorize the final contract payment.
2. Accept Shoreline Park Irrigation Replacement, Project 16-31, and authorize the final
contract payment.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ON NONAGENDIZED ITEMS
Steven Goldstein spoke regarding the impacts of COVID-19.
Albert Jeans spoke regarding abandoned vehicles parked on the street, and displayed a photo.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 Public Hearing on Downtown Business Improvement Areas and Allocation of 2021
Business Improvement Areas Revenues
Business Development Specialist Tiffany Chew presented the staff report. City Attorney
Krishan Chopra provided additional information.
Public Hearing opened at 7:23 p.m.
No speakers.
Public Hearing closed at 7:23 p.m.
MOTION - MS - Hicks/ Ramirez - To
1. Adopt Resolution No. 18518 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View Levying
the Annual Benefit Assessments for Fiscal Year 2020-21 for Downtown Mountain View
Business Improvement Area No. 1, read in title only, further reading waived.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 18519 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View Levying
the Annual Benefit Assessments for Fiscal Year 2020-21 for Downtown Mountain View
Business Improvement Area No. 2, read in title only, further reading waived.
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for services with the Downtown
Business Association for 2021 and authorize the allocation of 2021 revenues from Business
Improvement Area No. 1 and Business Improvement Area No. 2 to the Downtown Business
Association.
The motion carried unanimously by the following roll call vote:
Yes: 7 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember Matichak,
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Councilmember McAlister, Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
6.2 44-Unit Condominium Project at 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive
Councilmember Ramirez disclosed he spoke with the applicant and visited the project site.
Vice Mayor Kamei disclosed she met with the applicant.
Councilmember Matichak disclosed she visited the project site.
Councilmember Hicks disclosed she met with the applicant.
Councilmember Clark disclosed he met with the applicant.
Councilmember McAlister disclosed he met with the applicant.
Mayor Abe-Koga disclosed she has met with the applicant in the past, but not regarding this
proposal.
Senior Planner Eric Anderson presented the staff report. Assistant City
Manager/Community Development Director Aarti Shrivastava provided additional
information.
Applicant Emeric McDonald, Octane, and Maren Mogel, Architect, provided information
regarding the proposed project.
Public Hearing opened at 8:03 p.m.
No speakers.
Public Hearing closed at 8:03 p.m.
MOTION - M/S - Ramirez/Kamei - To:
1. Approve an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring or
Reporting Program for the 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive Residential Project pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act (Attachment 1 to the Council report).
2. Introduce an Ordinance of the City of Mountain View Amending the Zoning Map for the
Properties Located at 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive from the R3-D (Multi-Family
Residential) Zoning District to the P-40 (San Antonio) Precise Plan Zoning District, to be
read in title only, further reading waived, and set a second reading for December 8, 2020
(Attachment 2 to the Council report).
3. Adopt Resolution No. 18520 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View Approving
Amendments to the P-40 (San Antonio) Precise Plan, read in title only, further reading
waived.
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4. Adopt Resolution No. 18521 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View Approving
a Planned Community Permit, Development Review Permit, and Provisional Use Permit for
a Six-Story, 44-Unit Condominium Project with a State Density Bonus and a Heritage Tree
Removal Permit for the Removal of Eight Heritage Trees at 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive,
read in title only, further reading waived.
5. Adopt Resolution No. 18522 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View Approving
a Vesting Tentative Map to Create 44 Condominiums and One Common Lot at 2645 and
2655 Fayette Drive, read in title only, further reading waived.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Yes: 6 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember McAlister,
Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
No: 1 - Councilmember Matichak
6.3 600 Ellis Street Office Development Project
Councilmember Matichak disclosed she visited the project site.
Councilmember Ramirez disclosed he spoke with applicant.
Vice Mayor Kamei disclosed the applicant reached out to her but they did not connect, and
she visited the project site.
Councilmember Hicks disclosed she communicated with the applicant via email.
Councilmember McAlister disclosed he communicated with the applicant.
Councilmember Clark disclosed he exchanged emails with the applicant and visited the
project site.
Mayor Abe-Koga disclosed she received an email from the applicant but they did not
connect.
Senior Planner Margaret Netto presented the staff report.
Applicant Tim Steele, Sobrato Organization, Thomas Yee, Studios Architecture and
Landscape Architect James Stockham provided information regarding the proposed project.
Public Hearing opened at 8:56 p.m.
The following members of the public spoke:
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Jeff Baier, Superintendent, Los Altos School District
Alex Brown
Public Hearing closed at 9:00 p.m.
MOTION - M/S - Clark/Ramirez - To:
1. Approve an Initial Study of Environmental Significance for the 600 Ellis Street Project,
pursuant to Section 15168 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)
(Attachment 1 to the Council report).
2. Adopt Resolution No. 18523 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View
Conditionally Approving a Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit for
a New, 259,095 Square Foot, Six-Story Office Building and Eight-Level Parking Structure;
80,000 Square Feet of Transfer of Development Rights from 2535 California Street, 506
Showers Drive, and 350 Showers Drive to 600 Ellis Street in Relation to the Los Altos
School District TDR Program; and Heritage Tree Removal Permit to Remove 23 Heritage
Trees Located at 600 Ellis Street, read in title only, further reading waived.
3. Introduce an Ordinance of the City of Mountain View Approving a Development
Agreement for 600 Ellis Street and 636 Ellis Street, Mountain View, California, read in title
only, further reading waived, and set a second reading for December 8, 2020; and
the staff recommended modifications to page 10 of the Development Agreement, Section
3.1(a), to modify the amount from $200,000 to $400,000.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
Yes: 7 - Councilmember Clark, Councilmember Hicks, Councilmember Matichak,
Councilmember McAlister, Councilmember Ramirez, Vice Mayor Kamei, Mayor Abe-Koga
7. COUNCIL, STAFF/COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilmember McAlister spoke regarding use of Measure B funds.
Councilmember Matichak inquired as to whether a Councilmember has been designated as
the voting delegate at the National League of Cities Conference.
Following discussion, City Attorney Krishan Chopra stated he would coordinate with the
City Clerk to follow up with Council separately.
As a follow up to comments during Oral Communications, Councilmember Matichak
inquired about the enforcement of abandoned vehicles on city streets such as boats.
City Manager Kimbra McCarthy stated staff will follow up on the issue.
Mayor Abe-Koga reported her attendance at the grand opening of Evandale Park, a meeting
of the VTA Policy Advisory Committee, and a meeting of the Cities Association Selection
Committee in which she was appointed to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission.
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8. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Krishan Chopra stated there was no Closed Session report.
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Abe-Koga adjourned the meeting at 9:17 p.m.
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Lisa Natusch, City Clerk
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Agenda
CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2020 - 4:30 PM
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA AND NOTICE VIDEO CONFERENCE WITH NO PHYSICAL
MEETING LOCATION
Margaret Abe-Koga, Mayor Kimbra McCarthy, City Manager
Ellen Kamei, Vice Mayor Krishan Chopra, City Attorney
Chris Clark, Councilmember Lisa Natusch, City Clerk
Alison Hicks, Councilmember
Lisa Matichak, Councilmember
John McAlister, Councilmember
Lucas Ramirez, Councilmember
Video Conference with No Physical Meeting Location 4:30 PM Tuesday, November 17, 2020
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
This meeting will be conducted in accordance with State of California Executive Order N-29-20,
dated March 17, 2020. All members of the City Council will participate in the meeting by video
conference, with no physical meeting location.
Members of the public wishing to observe the live meeting may do so at
https://mountainview.legistar.com, on YouTube at www.MountainView.gov/YouTube and on Comcast
Channel 26.
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be forwarded to the City Council by the City Clerk’s Office. Please identify the Agenda Item number
in the subject line of your email.
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City Council AGENDA AND NOTICE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2020 - 4:30 PM
When called to speak, please limit your comments to the time allotted (up to 3 minutes, at the
discretion of the Mayor).
4:30 P.M.-STUDY SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. STUDY SESSION
3.1 Conduct Environmental Planning Commission Applicant Interviews
Recommendation(s): Interview two applicants for the upcoming vacancy on the Environmental
Planning Commission.
Attachment(s): Study Session Memo
ATT 1 - Interview Schedule
ATT 2 - Current EPC Roster
ATT 3 - EPC Members Selection Process
ATT 4 - Board/Commission/Committee Mbrs. Selection Guidelines
5:30 P.M.-STUDY SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. STUDY SESSION
3.1 Traffic Operations Center Feasibility Study, Project 19-51-Overview
Recommendation(s): The purpose of this Study Session memorandum is to provide an overview
and update on the City’s Traffic Operations Center Feasibility Study,
Project 19-51, and to obtain City Council feedback and endorsement on
the vision of the Traffic Operations Center and a Transportation Smart
City implementation strategy.
Attachment(s): Study Session Memo
6:30 P.M.-SPECIAL SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. ROLL CALL
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3. PRESENTATIONS
3.1 Update from Los Altos School District Superintendent Jeff Baier
3.2 Proclamation in Recognition of Outgoing City Clerk Lisa Natusch
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
These items will be approved by one motion unless any member of the Council or audience
wishes to remove an item for discussion. The reading of the full text of ordinances and
resolutions will be waived unless a Councilmember requests otherwise.
4.1 Approve Meeting Minutes
Recommendation(s): Approve the City Council meeting minutes of June 30, 2020 and
September 22, 2020.
Attachment(s): 06-30-20 Council Minutes
09-22-20 Council Minutes
4.2 2021 City Council Meeting Schedule
Recommendation(s): Approve the 2021 City Council meeting schedule.
Attachment(s): Council Report
4.3 660 Tyrella Avenue and 2296 Mora Place; and 2632, 2660, and 2698 Marine Way-Accept
Public Improvements
Recommendation(s): 1. Accept the public improvements for the development at 660 Tyrella
Avenue for maintenance throughout their useful life.
2. Accept the public improvements for the development at 2296 Mora
Place for maintenance throughout their useful life.
3. Accept the public improvements for the development at 2632, 2660,
and 2698 Marine Way for maintenance throughout their useful lives.
Attachment(s): Council Report
4.4 Evandale Mini-Park, Project 17-45, and Shoreline Park Irrigation Replacement, Project
16-31-Accept Construction
Recommendation(s): 1. Accept Evandale Mini-Park, Project 17-45, and authorize the final
contract payment.
2. Accept Shoreline Park Irrigation Replacement, Project 16-31, and
authorize the final contract payment.
Attachment(s): Council Report
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City Council AGENDA AND NOTICE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2020 - 4:30 PM
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ON NONAGENDIZED ITEMS
This portion of the meeting is reserved for persons wishing to address the Council on any matter
not on the agenda. Speakers are allowed to speak on any topic for up to three minutes during this
section. If there appears to be a large number of speakers, speaking time may be reduced to no
less than 1.5 minutes. State law prohibits the Council from acting on nonagenda items.
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 Public Hearing on Downtown Business Improvement Areas and Allocation of 2021 Business
Improvement Areas Revenues
Recommendation(s): 1. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mountain View
Levying the Annual Benefit Assessments for Fiscal Year 2020-21 for
Downtown Mountain View Business Improvement Area No. 1, to be read
in title only, further reading waived (Attachment 1 to the Council report).
2. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mountain View
Levying the Annual Benefit Assessments for Fiscal Year 2020-21 for
Downtown Mountain View Business Improvement Area No. 2, to be read
in title only, further reading waived (Attachment 2 to the Council report).
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for services with the
Downtown Business Association for 2021 and authorize the allocation of
2021 revenues from Business Improvement Area No. 1 and Business
Improvement Area No. 2 to the Downtown Business Association.
Attachment(s): Council Report
ATT 1 - BIA No. 1 Resolution
ATT 2 - BIA No. 2 Resolution
ATT 3 - October 27, 2020 Council Report
ATT 4 - DBA Annual Report 2020
6.2 44-Unit Condominium Project at 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive
Recommendation(s): 1. Approve an Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and
Mitigation Monitoring or Reporting Program for the 2645 and 2655
Fayette Drive Residential Project pursuant to the California
Environmental Quality Act (Attachment 1 to the Council report).
2. Introduce an Ordinance of the City of Mountain View Amending the
Zoning Map for the Properties Located at 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive
from the R3-D (Multi-Family Residential) Zoning District to the P-40
(San Antonio) Precise Plan Zoning District, to be read in title only, further
reading waived, and set a second reading for December 8, 2020
(Attachment 2 to the Council report).
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3. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mountain View
Approving Amendments to the P-40 (San Antonio) Precise Plan, to be
read in title only, further reading waived (Attachment 3 to the Council
report).
4. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mountain View
Approving a Planned Community Permit, Development Review Permit,
and Provisional Use Permit for a Six-Story, 44-Unit Condominium
Project with a State Density Bonus and a Heritage Tree Removal Permit
for the Removal of Eight Heritage Trees at 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive,
to be read in title only, further reading waived (Attachment 4 to the
Council report).
5. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mountain View
Approving a Vesting Tentative Map to Create 44 Condominiums and One
Common Lot at 2645 and 2655 Fayette Drive, to be read in title only,
further reading waived (Attachment 5 to the Council report).
Attachment(s): Council Report
ATT 1 - Initial Study, MND, MMRP
ATT 2 - Ordinance
ATT 3 - Resolution
ATT 4 - Resolution
ATT 5 - Resolution
ATT 6 - Project Plans
ATT 7 - Previous Project Council Report
ATT 8 - Gatekeeper Request Council Report
ATT 9 - City Council Study Session Memorandum
ATT 10 - EPC Public Hearing Agenda, Questions, and Report
ATT 11 - Public Comment
ATT 12 - Density Bonus Request
ATT 13 - Public Benefit Proposal
ATT 14 - VMT Memo
6.3 600 Ellis Street Office Development Project
Recommendation(s): 1. Approve an Initial Study of Environmental Significance for the 600
Ellis Street Project, pursuant to Section 15168 of the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Attachment 1 to the Council report).
2. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Mountain View
Conditionally Approving a Planned Community Permit and Development
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City Council AGENDA AND NOTICE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2020 - 4:30 PM
Review Permit for a New, 259,095 Square Foot, Six-Story Office
Building and Eight-Level Parking Structure; 80,000 Square Feet of
Transfer of Development Rights from 2535 California Street, 506
Showers Drive, and 350 Showers Drive to 600 Ellis Street in Relation to
the Los Altos School District TDR Program; and Heritage Tree Removal
Permit to Remove 23 Heritage Trees Located at 600 Ellis Street, to be
read in title only, further reading waived (Attachment 2 to the Council
report).
3. Introduce an Ordinance of the City of Mountain View Approving a
Development Agreement for 600 Ellis Street and 636 Ellis Street,
Mountain View, California, to be read in title only, further reading waived,
and set a second reading for December 8, 2020 (Attachment 3 to the
Council report).
Attachment(s): Council Report
ATT 1 - Initial Study
ATT 2 - Resolution
ATT 3 - Ordinance
ATT 4 - Project Plans
ATT 5 - Gatekeeper Application Council Report
ATT 6 - EPC Study Session Staff Report
ATT 7 - EPC Public Hearing Staff Report
ATT 8 - Administrative Zoning Hearing Findings Report
7. COUNCIL, STAFF/COMMITTEE REPORTS
No action will be taken on any questions raised by the Council at this time.
8. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
9. ADJOURNMENT
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City Council AGENDA AND NOTICE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2020 - 4:30 PM
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:
The agenda and staff reports are available online at mountainview.legistar.com.
There is a 90-day limit for the filing of a challenge in Superior Court to certain City administrative decisions and orders which
require a hearing by law, the receipt of evidence and the exercise of discretion. The 90-day limit begins on the date the
decision is final (Code of Civil Procedure Section 1094.6). Further, if you challenge an action taken by the City Council in
court, you may be limited, by California law, including but not limited to Government Code Section 65009, to raising only
those issues you or someone else raised in the public hearing, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council
prior to or at the public hearing. The City Council may be requested to reconsider a decision if the request is made prior to the
next City Council meeting.
City Council meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 26 and replayed on Thursday at 6:30 p.m., Saturday at 10:00
a.m., and Sunday at 5:00 p.m. In addition, Council meetings are webcast live and archived at mountainview.legistar.com.
The Council may consider and act on items listed on the agenda in any order and thus those interested in an item listed on
the agenda are advised to be present throughout the meeting. The reading of the full text of ordinances and resolutions will
be waived unless a Councilmember requests otherwise. Per Council Policy A-13, no new items of business will begin after
10:00 p.m. unless an exception is made by vote of the Council.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance in this meeting, please contact the
City Clerk's Office at (650) 903-6399. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 35.160 (b) (1))
ADDRESSING THE COUNCIL:
Pursuant to Council Policy A-13, an individual speaker shall have up to 3 minutes to address the Council. For any agenda
item or for Oral Communications on nonagenda items, if there appears to be a large number of speakers, the Mayor may
reduce speaking time to no less than 1.5 minutes per speaker unless there is an objection from Council by majority vote.
If requested in advance of the public input portion of the agenda item to the Mayor or City Clerk, a speaker who represents
five or more members of the public in attendance who elect not to speak may have up to 10 minutes to address the Council, if
the Mayor determines that such extension will reduce the total number of speakers who planned to speak.
An applicant and/or appellant for a zone change, precise plan or quasi-judicial hearing or appeal to the Council shall have up
to 10 minutes to address the Council and, with the consent of the Council, two minutes of rebuttal at the conclusion of all
public speakers.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3(b)(1), at least twice the allotted speaking time will be provided to a member of
the public who utilizes a translator.
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