Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Mountain House public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
7 issues in public safety with medium priority
E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety
The city issued 253 parking citations in 18 days — more than the last five years combined, worth about $27,000. Staff also plan an e-bike citation safety class for kids and parents.
Cell Service Gaps in Wickland
Council Member Tingle pressed staff on poor cell coverage near the high school in Wickland, where students struggle to connect even at midnight; improvements hinge on finishing fire station towers first.
Surveillance camera system dispute and $265,000 EasyWave contract
Three speakers — including the original system's designer — told the Council claims about the old cameras were wrong and questioned how EasyWave got a ~$265,000 contract without a visible competitive bid or verified contractor licensing.
Public Safety Operations and Traffic Enforcement
July saw stable crime (the first 'reportable violent crime' was domestic-related), declining collisions, and a push on school-zone drop-off enforcement. The automated traffic enforcement program has issued over 5,000 citations — mostly to drivers from outside Mountain House.
SB 707 Remote Participation Requirements
Starting July 1, 2026, every council meeting must offer remote public access via Zoom or phone with captioning, plus a disruption plan if the technology fails. Staff is checking whether council chamber AV equipment needs upgrades.
National Fentanyl Awareness Day
The City recognized April 29 as National Fentanyl Awareness Day, partnering with the District Attorney's Office and the Manning family's A Major Movement to raise awareness of fentanyl dangers.
Street parking enforcement gap
A resident told the council that cars illegally park on Walker Way for days, blocking garage access and emergency lanes, and neither CHP, the Sheriff, nor city officers will cite them. Staff promised to look into it.