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Utilities, public works, permits, libraries, maintenance, and everyday local government operations.
The committee will hold a public forum where residents can speak on any city matter within the committee’s jurisdiction.
The committee opened a public forum where anyone can address the committee about any city matter on the agenda.
The ordinance repeals the prohibition that prevented libraries from lending books, magazines, or other printed material to anyone under 21 without a parent‑or‑guardian consent card.
What's happening
Why it matters
Expanding access to books supports literacy and educational opportunities for teenagers.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of an ordinance amending the Police Code to repeal the prohibition on libraries lending books or other printed material to individuals under 21 without a parent‑guardian consent card.
Decided Jul 9, 2026.
The ordinance removes the ban on transporting bread in open baskets or containers on city streets.
The ordinance repeals the ban on transporting bread in open baskets or containers on city streets.
What's happening
Why it matters
Eliminating these outdated prohibitions reduces regulatory burdens for bakers and industrial cleaning businesses.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Not listed in the source document.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The committee voted to recommend approval of an ordinance repealing bans on transporting bread in open containers on city streets and on selling or operating unsterilized rags without a permit.
Decided Jul 9, 2026.
The ordinance repeals a rule that required people under 21 to have a parent‑signed membership card to borrow books, magazines, or other printed material from libraries.
The committee will review an amendment to the Health Code that repeals several old prohibitions, including transporting bread in open baskets on city streets, selling unsterilized rags for industrial cleaning, and operating a laundry to sterilize rags without a permit.
The committee will consider an amendment to the Police Code that repeals the prohibition on libraries lending books, magazines, or other printed material to anyone under 21, unless a parent or guardian consents and a membership card is obtained.
Members will share reports on events attended and relevant news items.
The committee will discuss communications matters.
Committee will review the design for the Summer Days event booth.
Subcommittees will present their reports.
Approve the minutes from the June 10, 2026 meeting.
Subcommittees will present their recent activities and updates. Reports cover various sustainability projects.
Committee members will share reports on events they attended and relevant news items. These updates provide context on sustainability efforts.
Residents can submit live verbal comments during the Zoom or in‑person meeting and can also send written comments by email. Written comments must be received by 4:00 p.m. on July 8, 2026 and will be added to the meeting record.
Members of the public can speak in person or via Zoom. Written comments can be emailed before 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting.
The committee will open a public comment segment where anyone can address the committee on any topic not on the agenda. Comments can be spoken live in person or via Zoom, or submitted in writing by email before the meeting.
The committee will consider the VAC minutes from April 8, 2026.
What's happening
Why it matters
The minutes document past decisions and keep the process transparent.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/86439773901 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 864 3977 3901.
Email: mep@mountainview.gov
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The item “Approve April 8, 2026 Visual Arts Committee Minutes” passed (6–0–1).
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
The committee will discuss the pilot procedure for artist selection.
What's happening
Why it matters
The procedure aims to select artists fairly and efficiently for city projects.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/86439773901 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 864 3977 3901.
Email: mep@mountainview.gov
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The board approved establishing an ad hoc committee, composed of Vice Chair Bryant, Committee members Medwid and Merhar, with Rathbun and Spaid as alternates, to serve on the Artist Selection Panel for the Public Safety Building Request for Qualifications process.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
The committee will examine the draft public art strategy.
What's happening
Why it matters
The strategy will guide future public art installations across the city.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/86439773901 or dial (669) 900-9128, Webinar ID 864 3977 3901.
Email: mep@mountainview.gov
Submit comment: Not listed in the source document.
Decision update
The board approved moving the draft Public Art Strategy to the City Council after reviewing VAC comments and incorporating feasible changes.
Decided Jul 8, 2026.
The committee will present the work plan for fiscal year 2026‑27.
The committee set aside time for members of the public to speak on any agenda item. Speakers are limited to three minutes each. The meeting was held in person and via Zoom.
The agenda notes that members of the public may submit written comments to the Clerk of the Board or Committee before the meeting begins. Comments can be delivered in person or mailed to 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 244.
