[Kalium]

I'm not sure I agree with your interpretation. To my reading, the article implies the buses are operated by Google.

[chockablock]

According to the FAQ [1] you're both wrong :)

"Google has contracted with ALTRANS ... to manage the daily operations and customer service needs for the Mountain View Community Shuttle."

[1] http://www.mountainview.gov/depts/pw/community_shuttle.asp

[Kalium]

Thank you!

Overseen by the city. Huh. Wonder what that structure looks like.