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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mountain View public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
City Herbicide Use and Integrated Pest Management Policy
The city is reviewing and updating its Integrated Pest Management Plan, which governs how parks and landscaped areas are maintained with respect to pesticide use.
El Niño winter storm preparedness
Mountain View is bracing for a possibly wet, wild El Niño winter, and officials want you to get ready now—not when the first big storm hits. Free sandbags become available in November, and the city is urging residents to make evacuation plans and build emergency kits ahead of time.
Heritage Tree Removal at 2714 Preston Drive
Homeowners requested the removal of two pine trees due to beetle infestation and safety hazards. The board agreed to allow removal of one severely damaged tree but voted to keep the second tree alive with pesticide treatments.
Plastic Pollution and Storm Drain Education
A local student advocated for increased community education, storm drain stenciling, and creek cleanups to prevent plastic trash from reaching local waterways and the San Francisco Bay.