Emily Ann Ramos was appointed Mountain View mayor for 2026 at the Jan. 13 City Council reorganization meeting.
Ramos, appointed to the City Council in 2023, was reelected in November 2024. She most recently served as vice mayor. Councilmember Chris Clark, who rejoined City Council after being reelected in 2024, will serve as vice mayor. He previously served on the City Council from 2013-2021.
Ramos has made affordable housing a priority during her time on the council, as well as protecting vulnerable residents. Ramos said her belief is that government is simply a structure for people to make community decisions for themselves, an ethos that will guide her time as mayor.
“My focus as mayor is on community engagement. I have always believed that government is simply a structure for the community to make decisions for themselves,” Ramos stated in her mayoral message. “Mountain View is an ambitious city with residents who care deeply about making things better. When people are engaged, informed and involved, our city is stronger. I encourage residents to participate in neighborhood associations, city programs, advisory boards, nonprofit service organizations and community groups, because service is how community comes alive.”
Clark thanked his colleagues, the community and family for supporting him over the years as he begins his turn as vice mayor.
“I am honored to be entrusted with the vice mayorship,” Clark said. “I look forward to serving all of you in the year ahead.”
Ramos replaces outgoing Mayor Ellen Kamei, who will continue as a council member.
