What 'Community for All' Means

The City Council has adopted a goal confirming Mountain View’s commitment to diversity and inclusion – to “promote strategies to protect vulnerable populations and preserve the socioeconomic and cultural diversity of the community.” These are core values in our community, and we reflect these values in the work we do for residents every day.

This goal is also emblematic of our stand against actions or policies that could negatively impact the lives of our residents. That is why the City joins with local and regional partners to provide the solutions our community needs to feel safe, secure, and welcomed. From City staff to police officers, to business owners, to neighbors – we’re in this together.

In addition to local efforts, Mountain View is already aligning its efforts with regional policies and trends to secure cross-jurisdiction support that broadens and strengthens our resources. To learn more about the City Council's "Community for All" strategic priorities visit here.

The Human Services Division leads the City’s programs, services, and partnerships to meet the needs of Mountain View’s most vulnerable residents to improve the quality of life for all residents.  

Community for All City Initiatives

Learn more about Current Initiatives from the Human Relations Commission.

Local Values Regarding Immigration Policy

On May 15, 2017, City Council authorized the City’s participation in an amicus curiae brief supporting the State of California in a lawsuit filed by the Federal government against the State. In this lawsuit, the U.S. Government is challenging State laws regarding immigration enforcement that the State contends are a valid constitutional exercise of local police power necessary to protect undocumented residents.

Joining many other cities and counties in California, the intent of these friend-of-the-court briefs is to advise the court of the impact the court’s decision will have on our local agencies. The City previously signed on to participate in the amicus brief filed by the County of Santa Clara in which the County is seeking a nationwide injunction against a threat of the Federal government withholding funds from sanctuary jurisdictions.

Spanish Language Ambassador Program and Leadership Academy

Recent graduates of the Spanish Language Leadership Academy are participating in a new ambassador program designed to help share important information with the community. The ambassadors engage peers through their native language to help City staff develop more effective ways to include community members whose first language is not English.

New Tool to Help Keep Immigrant Families Together

The County of Santa Clara launched the Rapid Response Network, a community-based project that protects immigrant families from federal deportation threats and provides moral and accompaniment support during and after immigration operations. The program also includes a 24/7 hotline that community members can call to report any immigration enforcement operations in the County and receive help quickly.

For more information or to attend a training for the Rapid Response Network in Santa Clara County, call (408) 278-2186 or visit www.pactsj.org.

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