What do City Council members say when they’re running for election?
Mayor Ellen Kamei
"The City Council's strategic priorities include sustainability and climate resiliency. We are working collaboratively with our residents and businesses to develop policies and implement programs that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, prepare for climate change, and protect the community from sea level rise."
Email Ellen if you think she should support saving Cuesta Park:
ellen.kamei@mountainview.gov
Vice-Mayor Emily Ann Ramos
Her campaign priorities articulate a vision for "Building an affordable, sustainable, and inclusive Mountain View for All". Ramos’s stance on open space and environmental stewardship is particularly detailed. She explicitly advocates for "Promoting programs for pollinator habitats and equitable open spaces".
She sought out and got an endorsement from the Sierra Club by promising to save Open Space
This focus extends beyond merely increasing the quantity of open space to addressing its accessibility across all communities, ensuring that green areas are distributed fairly. Her emphasis on "pollinator habitats" also highlights an understanding of the ecological benefits of open spaces, recognizing their role in supporting biodiversity within urban environments
Email Emily: Emily.Ramos@mountainview.gov
Alison Hicks
"As Mountain View grows, our need for parks, open space and recreational opportunities also grows."
Her Twitter bio states: "I support smarter growth, walkable streets and livable neighborhoods. I'll bring my rich experience in urban projects to the Mountain View City Council."
She campaigned on a platform in 2022 to “Develop as a green city rather than a concrete jungle”.
Email Alison if you think she should keep Mountain View green.
Alison.hicks@mountainview.gov
Pat Showalter
During Pat’s most recent campaign, our “Eco-Mayor” promised on her website: "My political efforts have always focused on increasing our housing supply and protecting our environment."
She emphasized: "We need to reduce greenhouse gasses and adapt to climate impacts like sea level rise, volatile water supply and increased heat."
Will Pat pave over Greenspace to save the environment? Or preserve it like she did with Cooper Park?
Email her pat.showalter@mountainview.gov
Lucas Ramirez
When Lucas ran for City Council, he said he would support Open Space to get the Sierra Council’s endorsement, which he often showed off. See his answers below.
Email Lucas if you think he should follow through on his promises?
lucas.ramirez@mountainview.gov
Chris Clark
Chris served on the Environmental Sustainability committee and when he ran for election last year boasted of preserving parks and open space.
He still has this up on his website today.
Email Chris and ask him about whether he wants to preserve Open Space chris.clark@mountainview.gov
