Councilmember· 2022-2026
Ellen Kamei
Mountain View
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 17
- Total speaking time
- 2:58:50
- Avg per meeting
- 10:31
- Segments
- 3373
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Top issues during term (20)
Active Transportation Plan Implementation
Requires future capital improvement program funding for top-priority corridor projects.
City Herbicide Use and Integrated Pest Management Policy
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Immigrant Protection and Ice-Free Zones
Minimal administrative costs for ordinance implementation.
RV Parking and Neighborhood Impacts
Potential economic loss if businesses relocate due to safety concerns.
Comprehensive R3 Zoning District Update
Will impact development costs and housing production feasibility across Mountain View's multi-family zones.
LinkedIn Campus Phase 2 Extension
A $1.6 million public benefit fee will be appropriated to the Mountain View Affordable Housing Fund upon receipt.
Heritage Tree Removal Appeal at 1473 Tyler Park Way
The HOA has approved funds ready for tree removal and replacement if approved.
City Attorney Candidate Interviews
Legal department staffing and associated compensation will be determined through the appointment process.
Framework for Community-Driven Projects on City Property
Involves appropriating $1 million to the acquisition fund and $425,000 for capacity building.
Five-Year Decarbonization Plan and Climate Strategies
Reallocates roughly $2 million in existing sustainability capital improvement funds to specific near-term projects.
Historic Preservation Ordinance and Register Update
Could affect property values and development potential for designated parcels while offering potential tax relief through the Mills Act and fee reductions.
Affordable Housing Financing and Labor Safeguards
$1.6 million to the affordable housing fund; Measure G has collected about $11.4 million, roughly $3.5 million above budget.
city council election
Your property taxes and local spending priorities could shift depending on which candidates win and how they handle housing and downtown development.
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Library Performance and Workload Measures
No immediate budget adjustments were requested during this review.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Work Plan Priorities
Details on the financial impact will be discussed during the committee's review of the work plan.
State Housing Policy and Local Authority
Reduces procedural delays and associated review costs for housing developments.
Draft 10-Year Public Art Strategy
Funding details are phased and scalable; a dedicated art fund and possible percent-for-art fees on private development could bring new revenue for art citywide.
Comprehensive Update to the City's Heritage Tree Ordinance
Property owners face potential repair costs for driveways and foundations, while the city absorbs sidewalk repair expenses.
Comprehensive Review and Update of Legacy Municipal Policies
Adjusts reserve funding calculations and revenue allocations across city funds.
election
City council elections usually mean taxpayer dollars go toward running the local vote, but this single addition shouldn't blow up the budget.
Decisions during term (308)
Recorded while Kamei was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Consent Calendar (Minutes of August 18, 2026 and Safe Routes to School Final Report FY 2025-26)
LinkedIn Development Agreement Amendment (Second Reading) and $1.6M Public Benefit Fee Appropriation
Multi-family Housing Tax-Exempt Bond Financing for 334 San Antonio Road
SR 237 and Middlefield Road Interchange Improvements, Project 19-65 - Design Concept
Public Safety Building, Project 20-49 - Pre-Qualification for Responsible Bidders
Public Art Strategy Adoption
Consent Calendar Approval
Appeal of Hearing Officer's Decision - Petition No. C25260032
Minutes for August 27, 2026, RHC Meeting
ADJOURNMENT
Approval of September 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Rowhouse Gatekeeper Project at 924-940 San Rafael Avenue
2027 Environmental Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
Approval of Minutes from September 21, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Approval of September 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Heritage Tree Removal Application Appeal - 1473 Tyler Park Way
Minutes Approval
Development Review Permit for 761 West Middlefield Road
Historic Preservation Ordinance and Zoning Map Amendment (Second Reading)
Voting record (63)
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