SUBJECT
Title
Discuss and Develop the Senior Advisory Commission FY 2024/25 Work Plan & Goals
Report
BACKGROUND
At the beginning of each fiscal year, the Senior Advisory Commission develops a Work Plan and a set of activities intended 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 September 23, 2024 meeting, the Commission brainstormed older adult interests and continued the discussion on Item 3. (RTC #24-848, Attachment 1) to the October 21, 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 October 21, 2024, Senior Advisory Commission meeting, the Commission will prioritize their goals and establish measurable outcomes for the FY 2024/25 Commission Work Plan, considering available resources and the interests of commissioners. A draft Work Plan (Attachment 2) has been populated, incorporating the Commission's discussions from the August 19 and September 23 meetings. 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 no...
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