On Tuesday, May 12, water samples taken at street-side service lines near the water meters at homes in the affected area, north of Cuesta Park, came back clear of bacteria. The fire hydrant near 679 Drucilla Drive tested positive for bacteria and has been disconnected from the system as testing continues.
On Thursday, May 14, the City of Mountain View completed the “pipeline pigging” along Drucilla Drive and Carla Court. This mechanical pipeline cleaning method utilized multiple “pigs” through the pipeline from several access points located along Druscilla Drive and Carla Court
In the morning of May 15, another “super chlorination” process was underway to disinfect the pipeline, which is required after pipeline pigging. Water samples will be taken following the disinfection and again after the end of the pipe is reconnected at Druscilla Drive and Montalto Drive. The reconnection of the pipe will involve construction activity and an intermittent closure of Montalto Drive on Saturday, May 16.
This multi-step process of pipe disinfection, reconnection, testing, assessment, and coordination with the State Water Board, is expected to take three to five days.
The planning efforts have started for Thompson Mini-Park, a new 0.43-acre mini park at the properties located at 538 Thompson Ave. and 2231 W. Middlefield Road. The project will provide additional park and open space while creating a welcoming and functional park in the Monta Loma neighborhood. The City will be hosting the first community meeting to provide an overview of the project and invite input on the desired park amenities. This meeting will be held on:
Thursday, May 28, from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Monta Loma Elementary School, Multi-Use Room
460 Thomspon Ave.
After this meeting, staff will return to the community with concept plans for input at a future date.
If you have any questions about this project, please contact Tsan Liu, Senior Project Manager at 650-903-6533 or [email protected].
On Thursday, May 14, the intersection of Drucilla Drive and Montalto Drive will be intermittently closed to general traffic from approximately 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Residents living on Drucilla Drive and Carla Court will be allowed to enter and exit through the closure.
The roadway closure will allow for the mechanical cleaning of the pipes—called “pipeline pigging”—along Drucilla Drive and Carla Court. A foam “pig” device, similar in shape to a large earplug, is inserted into the pipe. The device is then pushed through with water pressure. This will be done repeatedly and from several different insertion points. This method of pipeline cleaning is being done to clean out any possible foreign material in the pipe.
On May 13, the City increased the number of water samples taken and used varied locations, including street-side service lines in the affected area. Test results are expected on Thursday, May 14.
Mountain View Mayor Emily Ann Ramos will give a State of the City address on Tuesday, May 19, at the Mountain View Community Center’s Redwood Hall, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave. With the theme, “Building the Mountain View of Tomorrow Together,” this year’s program will highlight recent City of Mountain View accomplishments and updates on the City’s financial outlook, advances in affordable housing developments and active transportation, and long-term strategies to improve quality of life.
The public can also watch the speech live in one of the following ways:
-On Mountain View City Television (cable TV channel 26 and AT&T U-verse channel 99)
-On the web at MountainView.zoom.us/j/84068309138
-On the City’s YouTube channel at YouTube.com/MountainViewGov
There are just a few days left to provide your thoughts on the City of Mountain View's draft Active Transportation Plan. Your input will help shape the final plan.
The Active Transportation Plan identifies pedestrian and bicycle improvements that will strengthen access to housing, employment, schools, and other destinations. The ATP will enable the City to intentionally plan with policies that support walkable and bikeable places, programs that create a culture of walking and biking, and projects that produce a connected, low-stress, and inviting active transportation network that doubles as corridors of shade, habitat, and public open space.
The public comment period ends on Friday, May 15. Provide your input by visiting collaborate.mountainview.gov/atp. Comments can also be emailed to [email protected].
One of the water samples collected on May 11 from the Drucilla Drive pipe reconnections between Montalto Drive and Leona Lane has tested positive for coliform bacteria. This means that the “Boil Water” notice will remain in effect for the 21 homes in the Drucilla Drive/Carla Court area (shown on the map in red).
The City is in contact with the State Water Board regarding options moving forward and next steps. The City remains committed to restoring safe drinking water as quickly as possible.
Come out for a day of fun at the City of Mountain View's 5th Annual Summer Kick-off Celebration! The event is co-hosted by the City's Rent Stabilization Division together with Pacific Clinics to help the community stay healthy, happy, and housed.
Saturday, May 16
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Rengstorff Park BBQ Area
201 S. Rengstorff Ave.
Meet over 30 local community organizations and enjoy family-friendly activities including an art class, story time, face painting, a chalk drawing contest, raffles, and more!
For more information, please call (650) 903-6136 or email [email protected].
The “super chlorination” of the pipe on Drucilla Drive and Carla Court has concluded. Sample results indicate that the pipe has been properly disinfected, with no bacteria remaining post-disinfection.
As a result, construction started on Monday, May 11, to reconnect the water pipe at both ends of Drucilla Drive (at Leona Lane and Montalto Drive) to restore full water service to the 21 affected households. This pipe reconnection work is anticipated to conclude this evening.
Following the pipe reconnection, another sample will be taken for verification that no bacteria are present. Sample results have a turnaround time of approximately 24-30 hours.
Water sample testing continues for the water lines that serve the 21 homes in the Drucilla Drive/Carla Court area. These homes remain under a "Boil Water" notice. The City does not anticipate that the Boil Water order will be lifted earlier than Wednesday, May 13.
For more details: https://www.mountainview.gov/Home/Components/News/News/1293/284
The “super chlorination” process continues for the pipelines that serve the Drucilla Drive/Carla Court area. The duration of the work will depend on test results following the chlorination process.
On Wednesday, May 6, a “Boil Water” notice was lifted for 46 of the original 67 homes impacted by the Cuesta water main breach. Currently, 21 homes, located north of Cuesta Park, remain under boil water restrictions until further notice.
Outside the affected area, water in Mountain View remains safe for drinking and all other uses.
On Wednesday, May 6, the City of Mountain View, in coordination with the California State Water Resources Control Board, lifted the “Boil Water” notice for 46 of the 67 homes impacted by a water main contamination breach, north of Cuesta Park.
For more information, including resources for the remaining affected residents, visit MountainView.gov/CuestaWaterMain.
The City of Mountain View will publish the next City Hall Connection e-newsletter on Wednesday, May 20.
The issue scheduled for publication today, May 6, is canceled. That’s due to the City’s emergency response to the Cuesta water main contamination incident.
Thank you for your understanding!
