Visual Arts CommitteeMountain View
Cancellation of Visual Arts Committee meeting
The meeting scheduled for August 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM was cancelled.
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The meeting scheduled for August 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM was cancelled.
The meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM has been cancelled.
The Human Relations Committee meeting scheduled for August 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM has been cancelled.
The Downtown Committee meeting scheduled for August 4, 2026 at 8:00 AM is cancelled.
Speakers may address the Commission on any topic not on the agenda.
The regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled. The next meeting will be on Monday, September 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
The scheduled Performing Arts Committee meeting on 7/15/2026 at 6:15 PM was cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed at this time.
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 Downtown Committee meeting that was scheduled for July 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM has been cancelled. The next meeting is planned for September 1, 2026.
The City of Mountain View has cancelled the Human Relations Committee meeting that was set for July 2, 2026 at 6:30 PM. Interpretation services in Spanish, Chinese, and Zoom are still available on request. The next meeting is scheduled for October 1, 2026.
Interpretation services in Spanish or Chinese will be provided through Zoom, and meeting materials can be translated at no cost upon request.
Residents may address any agenda item during the "Oral Communications" portion, speaking up to three minutes per topic.
Attendees who are visually or hearing‑impaired, or who need other disability accommodations, can request assistance 48 hours in advance.
City staff will be in attendance to answer neighborhood questions.
The scheduled meeting for June 24, 2026 was cancelled. The commission is currently in summer recess and will meet next on August 19, 2026.
The committee will approve the minutes from the April 29, 2026 meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Minutes record decisions and discussions that affect future bike and pedestrian projects.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at Plaza Conference Room or via Zoom at https://mountainview.gov/bpac
Email: mep@mountainview.gov
Submit comment: Public comment is allowed during the meeting; raise hand in Zoom or dial *9 on the phone when your item is called.
Decision update
The committee voted 3‑0 to approve the Fiscal Year 2026‑27 Work Plan and Tentative Agenda List, and also approved the April 29, 2026 meeting minutes by consent calendar. This approval is final.
Decided Jun 24, 2026.
The draft work plan for fiscal year 2026‑27 is up for approval.
What's happening
Why it matters
The work plan sets priorities and projects that affect bike and pedestrian infrastructure and services.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting via Zoom at https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/81660817113
Email: mep@mountainview.gov
Submit comment: Submit written comments to mep@mountainview.gov
Decision update
The Draft Fiscal Year 2026‑27 Work Plan and Tentative Agenda List was approved.
Decided Jun 24, 2026.
The committee will approve the minutes from the prior meeting.
What's happening
Why it matters
Official minutes provide an accurate public record of decisions and discussions.
Who is affected
How to act
Attend: Join the meeting in person at Atrium Conference Room or virtually via Zoom link.
Email: Not listed in the source document.
Submit comment: Public comment is allowed during the meeting; raise hand in Zoom or dial *9 to speak.
Decision update
The committee approved the 2026 Committee minutes.
Decided Jun 24, 2026.
The council will approve the minutes from the previous meeting.
The council will consider a resolution to appoint a retired annuitant as interim city attorney.