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Weekly summary for Mountain View
May 4, 2026 to May 10, 2026 • Updated May 7, 2026
This week in Mountain View transit, the key developments are tied to ongoing regional efforts led by the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), which directly impact the city’s transit landscape. While no new Mountain View–specific transit projects or city council actions were reported, VTA continues to advance its dual mandate of operating the regional transit system and developing affordable housing near transit stations. This includes active planning and funding discussions that will shape future transit options for Mountain View residents. Notable points from the week include: - VTA is preparing for several upcoming Board of Directors meetings in May to discuss transit funding, project updates, and strategic priorities. - Recent VTA meetings have focused on financial oversight, including deferred compensation plan reports and audit results related to Measure B funds. - Regional news highlights VTA’s promotion of a spending plan tied to a potential Bay Area sales tax increase, which could fund expanded transit services benefiting Mountain View. - The VTA’s Transportation Fund for Clean Air projects remain part of ongoing discussions, supporting cleaner transit options in the area. What to watch: Mountain View stakeholders should monitor the upcoming VTA Board meetings in early to mid-May for decisions on funding allocations and project approvals that will affect local transit service and infrastructure.

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Meeting-level relevance. SCC BOS is meeting Mon, Jun 15 at 1:30 AM.
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2026-06-15 • 01:30 PM
SCC BOS
Board of Supervisors - Budget Hearing
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Page 1 of 9 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Otto Lee, District 3, President James R. Williams Sylvia Arenas, District 1, Vice President County Executive Betty Dương, District 2 Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Tony LoPresti Margaret…
2026-06-16 • 01:30 PM
SCC BOS
Board of Supervisors - Continued Budget Hearing
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Agenda item: Board of Supervisors requests for information regarding the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Recommended Budget, requests for information during the Budget Hearing, and any new and/or updated
Page 1 of 9 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Otto Lee, District 3, President James R. Williams Sylvia Arenas, District 1, Vice President County Executive Betty Dương, District 2 Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Tony LoPresti Margaret…
2026-06-18 • 01:30 PM
SCC BOS
Board of Supervisors - Continued Budget Hearing
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Agenda item: requests for information during the Budget Hearing and any new and/or updated information
Page 1 of 6 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Otto Lee, District 3, President James R. Williams Sylvia Arenas, District 1, Vice President County Executive Betty Dương, District 2 Susan Ellenberg, District 4 Tony LoPresti Margaret…
2026-06-23 • 01:30 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-06-26 • 09:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-07-07 • 11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-07-07 • 11:30 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-07-08 • 04:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-07-14 • 11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-07-28 • 01:30 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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MeetingPublic meeting summarySCC BOS
6/1/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting: Presentations and Closed Session
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting: Presentations and Closed Session's 2026-06-01 meeting centered on Valley Healthcare equipment donation and Carol Chang, Budget Analyst, Office of the County Executive, with additi…
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-12-31
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-12-31
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-12-31
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-12-17
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-12-17
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-12-10
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-12-03
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-11-19
1: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Transportation & Transit Future (VTA) • Featured
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The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is navigating a dual mandate — running a regional transit system while developing affordable housing on underutilized land near stations. Ten VTA projects currently i