John McAlister
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 16
- Total speaking time
- 3:37:55
- Avg per meeting
- 13:37
- Segments
- 5602
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Top issues during term (20)
Active Transportation Plan Implementation
Requires future capital improvement program funding for top-priority corridor projects.
Five-Year Decarbonization Plan and Climate Strategies
Reallocates roughly $2 million in existing sustainability capital improvement funds to specific near-term projects.
City Herbicide Use and Integrated Pest Management Policy
Unknown
Immigrant Protection and Ice-Free Zones
Minimal administrative costs for ordinance implementation.
City Attorney Candidate Interviews
Legal department staffing and associated compensation will be determined through the appointment process.
Framework for Community-Driven Projects on City Property
Involves appropriating $1 million to the acquisition fund and $425,000 for capacity building.
RV Parking and Neighborhood Impacts
Potential economic loss if businesses relocate due to safety concerns.
LinkedIn Campus Phase 2 Extension
Maintains long-term economic contributions and development commitments from a major corporate taxpayer.
Heritage Tree Removal Appeal at 1473 Tyler Park Way
The HOA has approved funds ready for tree removal and replacement if approved.
Comprehensive R3 Zoning District Update
Will impact development costs and housing production feasibility across Mountain View's multi-family zones.
Affordable Housing Financing and Labor Safeguards
Allocates millions in federal and local funds toward direct projects, program administration, and public services.
Historic Preservation Ordinance and Register Update
Could affect property values and development potential for designated parcels while offering potential tax relief through the Mills Act and fee reductions.
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Library Performance and Workload Measures
No immediate budget adjustments were requested during this review.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Work Plan Priorities
Details on the financial impact will be discussed during the committee's review of the work plan.
Multicultural Engagement and AI Translation Pilot
Funded through existing city program budgets and contract allocations.
Comprehensive Update to the City's Heritage Tree Ordinance
Property owners face potential repair costs for driveways and foundations, while the city absorbs sidewalk repair expenses.
Comprehensive Review and Update of Legacy Municipal Policies
Adjusts reserve funding calculations and revenue allocations across city funds.
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Work Plan Ad Hoc Appointments
No immediate fiscal impacts were detailed as part of the draft work plan review.
Tenant Petition Appeal (Petition No. C25260032)
Involves specific rent refunds ordered for the tenant and potential legal liabilities.
city council election
Your property taxes and local spending priorities could shift depending on which candidates win and how they handle housing and downtown development.
Decisions during term (310)
Recorded while McAlister was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 16, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Rowhouse Gatekeeper Project at 924-940 San Rafael Avenue
2027 Environmental Planning Commission Meeting Schedule
Extend EPC Recruitment and Advance Finalists
Approval of Minutes from September 21, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Approval of September 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Heritage Tree Removal Application Appeal - 1473 Tyler Park Way
Minutes Approval
Historic Preservation Ordinance and Zoning Map Amendment (Second Reading)
Ambulance Billing and User Fees
Pathways to Housing Annual Progress Report
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan Professional Services Agreement
Conceptual Design for a Citywide Fiber Network
LinkedIn Development Agreement Amendment
Interim Urgency Ordinance for Detention or Custodial Facilities
Downtown Business Improvement Area No. 1 and Allocation of Revenues
Downtown Business Improvement Area No. 2 and Allocation of Revenues
Energy Services Contract for Solar Photovoltaic Systems and Battery Storage Project
Approval of June 17, 2026, and August 19, 2026 Meeting Minutes
Voting record (63)
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Historic Preservation Ordinance and Zoning Map Amendment (Second Reading)
Ambulance Billing and User Fees
Pathways to Housing Annual Progress Report
Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan Professional Services Agreement
Conceptual Design for a Citywide Fiber Network
LinkedIn Development Agreement Amendment
Interim Urgency Ordinance for Detention or Custodial Facilities
Downtown Business Improvement Area No. 1 and Allocation of Revenues
Downtown Business Improvement Area No. 2 and Allocation of Revenues
Energy Services Contract for Solar Photovoltaic Systems and Battery Storage Project
Public Hearing Item 6.2: Historic Preservation Ordinance and Zoning Map Update
Cal Cities Annual Conference Voting Delegates and Position
Expressed disagreement with the stance on local control and bad actor characterizations.
Recommendation of the Mountain View Active Transportation Plan
To defer action on Council Policy A-13b Community Engagement in Public Meetings to September 2026.
Adopt Resolution No. 19130 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View: (1) Calling a General Municipal Election and Ordering Consolidation with the Statewide General Election for the Purpose of
1. Adopt the Community Ownership Action Plan (Attachment 1 to the Council Report). 2. Adopt Resolution No. 19128 of the City Council of the City of Mountain to Transfer and Appropriate $1,000,000 From
Adopt Resolution No. 19131 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View Appointing Jannie Quinn as an Interim City Attorney Under Government Code Section 21221(h).
To adopt the Biodiversity and Urban Forest Plan, including a revised definition of "Functional Species" that reads: "Species that can be selected for planting to provide specific desired functions as
Adopt Resolution No. 19132 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View Conditionally Approving a Planned Community Permit and Development Review Permit to Construct a Three-Story Multi-Family Bui
At 10:06 p.m., to continue the meeting beyond 10:00 p.m.
Approval of Consent Calendar
State Route 237 and Middlefield Road Interchange Improvements, Project 19-65
Consent Calendar Approval
Receive and File Workforce Transparency Report
Fiscal Year 2026-27 Recommended Budget Approval
Charter Modernization Ballot Measure
Convene a public hearing, accept public comment, and direct staff to bring back a recommendation for a modest budget increase for multicultural engagement program events and activities.
Convene a public hearing pursuant to Government Code Section 3502.3, and receive and file a Fiscal Year 2025-26 report on City of Mountain View vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts.
Adopt Resolution No. 19111 of the City Council of the City of Mountain View: (1) Calling a General Municipal Election and Ordering Consolidation with the Statewide General Election for the Purpose of
To approve the Consent Calendar.
Consent Calendar Approval
Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Ordinance (First Reading)
Below Market Rate (BMR) Housing Program Code Amendment (First Reading)
1. Introduce an Ordinance of the City of Mountain View Amending Chapter 36 (Zoning), Article XIV, Division 2 (Residential Development: Below-Market-Rate Housing Program) of the Mountain View City Code
Approve Meeting Minutes of December 2, 2025
Recommend City Council Adoption of Citywide TDM Ordinance
Mixed-Use Development at 843-903 Castro Street
Ratification of Local Emergency Proclamation
Downtown Entertainment Zone Pilot Program (Second Reading)
1020 Terra Bella Avenue Bond Financing and Exempt Surplus Land Declaration
Federal Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan
Approval of Lease Revenue Bonds for Public Safety Building Project
To approve the Consent Calendar.
Termination of Flock Safety ALPR Contract
To Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute a professional services agreement with Westwood Professional Services, Inc., a Texas corporation (Entity No. 6133015), to provide design and constr
To approve the Consent Calendar.
To Adopt the Legislative Platform to guide the City's regional, state, and federal legislative advocacy efforts for 2026, amended to delete policy statement K20 from the Local and State Legislative Pl
Notice of Intention to Vacate Public Street at 881 Castro Street
registering a no vote on 4.1
Transit Center Grade Separation and Access Project Design Concept
registering a no vote on the transit center project
R3 Zoning District Update - Residential 12 and 20 Designations and R3-A Standards
opposed due to concerns regarding quality of life and development impact