City reports 9% vacancy rate; unions push to convert temporary roles to permanent jobs

Jun 9, 2026

Under AB2561 staffing transparency, Mountain View reported a 9.04% vacancy rate; union leaders urged the city to convert more temporary and contract roles to permanent positions to improve retention and continuity.

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At a public hearing on June 9 the city presented its AB2561 workforce transparency report, reporting an overall vacancy rate of 9.04% and noting new hires that will reduce the rate further. Human Resources Director Maxine Gulo told the council that no bargaining unit exceeded the 20% vacancy threshold that would trigger a formal remediation plan under state law.

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