Parks and Recreation Commission and Urban Forestry Board
Summary cards
The commission will receive a presentation on the Community Services Department’s operating budget for fiscal year 2026-27.
The Urban Forestry Board will vote on a resolution to deny an appeal and keep a heritage tree at 961 Eichler Drive standing. The staff recommendation is to uphold the original decision to protect the tree.
What's happening
Why it matters
Keeping the heritage tree preserves local green space, historic character, and ecosystem benefits for nearby residents.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/85027481875 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 850 2748 1875.
Email: mep@mountainview.gov
Submit comment: Public comment is allowed during the meeting; raise your hand in Zoom or dial *9 on the phone.
Decision update
The Urban Forestry Board adopted a resolution denying the appeal for the heritage tree at 961 Eichler Drive and upheld the staff decision, so the tree will not be removed.
Decided Jun 10, 2026.
The Urban Forestry Board will vote on a resolution to deny an appeal and keep a heritage tree at 500 W. Middlefield Road standing. Staff recommends upholding the original removal denial.
What's happening
Why it matters
Protecting the heritage tree maintains neighborhood aesthetics and provides environmental benefits such as shade and air quality improvement.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/85027481875 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 850 2748 1875.
Email: mep@mountainview.gov
Submit comment: Public comment is allowed during the meeting; raise your hand in Zoom or dial *9 on the phone.
Decision update
The board approved the appeal concerning the heritage tree removal at 500 W. Middlefield Road, making the decision final.
Decided Jun 10, 2026.
The commission will receive a presentation from the Canopy program’s Executive Director on the latest tree canopy data and initiatives.
