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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. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors is meeting Fri, May 15 at 9:00 AM.
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Agenda item: PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS : This portion of the agenda is reserved for persons desiring to address the Committee on any matter not on the agenda.. Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors recently discussed this issue.
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2026-05-15 • 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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2026-05-20 • 09:30 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-05-20 • 02:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-05-21 • 09:30 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-05-21 • 02:30 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-05-21 • 12:00 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-05-22 • 09:30 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-05-26 • 01:30 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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Agenda item: Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-05-27 • 11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-06-02 • 11:30 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-06-02 • 11:00 AM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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2026-06-04 • 05:30 PM
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
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April 2026
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4/28/2026, 12:00:00 PM
Board of Supervisors - Regular Meeting's 2026-04-28 meeting centered on Valley Healthcare equipment donation and Consider recommendations relating to the creation of easements and parcel maps and exceptions for competit…
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-28
11: Receive VTA 457-Deferred Compensation Plan Assets Monthly Report – March 2026 (Duran)
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-28
5.a: VTA Deferred Compensation Plan Expense Account Report – March 2026
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-09
16: Transit-Oriented Communities Grant Program Cycle 3
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-09
13: One Bay Area Grant Cycle 4 Program and Project Selection Criteria
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-08
7: 2016 Measure B - Bicycle & Pedestrian Planning Studies Competitive Grant Program: Cycle 3 Program of Projects
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-08
12: One Bay Area Grant Cycle 4 Program and Project Selection Criteria
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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-08
14: Transit-Oriented Communities Grant Program Cycle 3
Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors
2026-04-28
10: Consider Future Deferred Compensation 457(b) Plan Enhancements Survey Results (Duran/Le-Christensen)

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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