Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan
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WELCOME!
The City of Mountain View is partnering with the San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) to develop a city-wide Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan built on science-based guidance and community needs, values, and priorities. This Plan will beContinue reading
Take the Survey in Chinese - 参与调查
Take the Survey in Spanish - Realice la encuesta
Take the Survey in Russian - Пройдите опрос
WELCOME!
The City of Mountain View is partnering with the San Francisco Estuary Institute (SFEI) to develop a city-wide Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan built on science-based guidance and community needs, values, and priorities. This Plan will be the first of its kind in the bay area to provide a clear set of priorities, goals, and objectives for increasing and supporting biodiversity for the long-term future.
The Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan will inform and influence the vegetation, habitats and trees in projects, development, and ordinances for maximum environmental sustainability, climate resiliency, and health benefits. The Plan will integrate and update the 2015 Community Tree Master Plan into a broader vision and blueprint for the management and enhancement of the urban forest in Mountain View.
GET INVOLVED!
There are many ways to engage with this project including:
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Provide input at a pop-up or workshop. Learn more about upcoming events under the News Feed below
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Upcoming Community Meeting!
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Thursday, July 18, 2024
4 - 5 p.m. - Virtual Workshop via Zoom https://mountainview.zoom.us/j/83779148912
6 - 7 p.m. - In-Person Workshop at the Mountain View Community Center - Redwood Hall, 201 South Rengstorff Avenue
We look forward to hearing your feedback on what a biodiverse Mountain View looks like to you!
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Your Input Matters!
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The public outreach for this project was designed to provide community members with many ways to get involved. The project team will be hosting pop-up events, workshops, and meetings to hear from you. A survey will also be offered. We value your perspective as we work to create a Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan that will guide us to healthier, more sustainable and resilient nature in Mountain View.
Here is the line-up of public engagement activities in 2024:
Farmer’s Market | Pop-Up
Sunday, June 30 from 9am-1pm at Mountain View Farmer’s Market (600 Evelyn Ave.)
Stop by the Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan table to provide your input on the vision, goals and outcomes for the Plan.
Community Workshop | Virtual and In-Person
Thursday, July 18 | 4-5pm virtual via Zoom | 6-7pm In-Person at Mountain View Community Center (201 S. Rengstorff Ave.)
Please join us virtually via Zoom or in-person at the Community Center to provide your feedback about the vision, goals and outcomes for the Plan.
Kids & Families Workshop | In-Person
Saturday, August 10 from 10am-12pm at Pioneer Park (1146 Church St.)
Please join us for a musical workshop featuring local singer/songwriter Andy Z. This family-friendly opportunity is designed to engage our youth residents in helping us create a plan that protects and provides nature in Mountain View for future generations.
Teen Workshop | In-Person
Monday, September 16 from 6-7pm at The View Teen Center (263 Escuela Ave.)
Calling all teens! This workshop is designed to engage our teen residents in helping us create the plan’s vision and goals for more sustainable and resilient nature in Mountain View.
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting | Hybrid
Wednesday, September 11 at 7:00pm | In-Person at the Plaza Conference Room at City Hall (500 Castro St.) or virtual via Zoom
Please join us as Commissioners receive a project update from SFEI to include research findings and initial outreach feedback.
The agenda packet for this meeting will be posted on the city’s website by 5pm on Friday, September 6 at the following link: http://mountainview.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Senior Center | Pop-Up
Wednesday, October 2 from 11am-1pm at Mountain View Senior Center (266 Escuela Ave.)
Calling all seniors! Swing by the Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan table to provide your input on the vision, goals and outcomes for the Plan.
Chinese & Spanish Workshops | In-person
Wednesday, October 2 from 6:30-7:30pm (concurrent) at Mountain View Community Center (201 S. Rengstorff Ave.)
Calling all Mandarin and Spanish speaking residents! Please join us for Mandarin and Spanish language translated workshops at the Community Center. This is a great opportunity to provide your feedback about the vision, goals and outcomes for the Plan.
Community Workshop | Virtual and In-Person
Thursday, October 17 | 4-5pm virtual via Zoom | 6-7pm In-Person at Mountain View Community Center (201 S. Rengstorff Ave.)
Please join us virtually via Zoom or in-person at the Community Center to provide your feedback about the vision, goals and outcomes for the Plan.
SURVEY
SFEI is developing a survey to learn more about resident perspectives on biodiversity and urban forestry in Mountain View. Survey questions will be influenced by initial public input, and results will provide a better understanding of the community’s different needs, desires priorities, and concerns. Stay tuned!
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Lifecycle
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Project Kickoff
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan has finished this stageApril 2023
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Policy and Precedent Review
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan has finished this stageCompleted
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Existing Conditions, Opportunities, and Constraints
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan has finished this stageCompleted
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Community Engagement
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan has finished this stageCompleted
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Develop Plan
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan is currently at this stageIn progress
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Draft Plan Review & Input
this is an upcoming stage for Biodiversity and Urban Forest PlanSummer-Fall 2025
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Plan Adoption
this is an upcoming stage for Biodiversity and Urban Forest PlanBy end of 2025