SUBJECT
Title
Senior Advisory Commission FY 2024/25 Work Plan & Goals Discussion
Report
BACKGROUND
At the beginning of each fiscal year, the Senior Advisory Commission develops a Work Plan and a set of activities to focus Commission discussions and efforts throughout the year. The Plan is created using the eight (8) domains of the World Health Organization's Age-Friendly City framework, along with current trends relating to the senior population. The Plan is used to develop and propose policies and resources to meet specific resident needs. At the August 19, 2024 meeting, the Commission continued the discussion on Item 2. (RTC #24-677, Attachment 1) to the September 23, 2024 meeting.
DISCUSSION
The Senior Advisory Commission will consider the priorities and interests of older adult residents of Santa Clara ages 50 and over, and brainstorm potential goals utilizing the eight (8) domains of the Age-Friendly City framework:
A. Economics and Employment,
B. Community,
C. Housing,
D. Outdoor Spaces and Buildings,
E. Transportation and Streets,
F. Health, Wellness, and Nutrition,
G. Social and Civic Engagement, and
H. Access to Community Resources and Information.
At the September 23, 2024 Senior Advisory Commission meeting, the Commission will continue to discuss possible goals and various activities for the Commission Work Plan FY 2024/25. To prioritize the Work Plan, the Commission may consider resources available, as well as the Commissioner's interests. A draft Work Plan has been provided (Attachment 2) that may be used as a guide for the discussion. The Commission may take action to adopt the Work Plan when it is finalized.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a "project" within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(b)(5) in that it is a governmental organizational or administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect changes in the environ...
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