SUBJECT
Title
Discuss and Develop Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan Goals and Activities for FY 2026/27
Report
BACKGROUND
Annually, the Senior Advisory Commission has considered three to six specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound workplan goals and/or activities for the Fiscal Year (FY). These goals are intended to focus the Commission’s efforts and respond to City Council priorities within the existing budget direction and resource limitations.
The City aims to align the Boards, Commission, and Committee (BCC’s) workplan goals to the City Council goals on an annual cycle. The process aims to provide:
Clear Prioritization
Each board and commission will have a defined set of objectives, making it easier for Council to assess progress and allocate staff resources efficiently.
Enhanced Transparency
Workplans will provide greater visibility into the activities and goals of advisory bodies, fostering stronger communication and accountability.
Improved Coordination
By aligning the efforts of staff and BCC’s, the workplan is intended to effectively promote enhanced collaboration on citywide initiatives.
Informed Decision-Making
With a clear roadmap of each group’s priorities, the City Council will be better equipped to make decisions that support both short-term needs and long-term strategic goals.
The updated timeline for this initiative includes beginning the development of goals and objectives at the May meeting, with finalization occurring in June. Implementation of the new workplan goals and objectives is anticipated to begin in July 2026.
DISCUSSION
At the May 18, 2026, Regular Meeting, commissioners will brainstorm possible goals and activities for the FY 2026/27 Work Plan. Currently, the Commission is currently working on a Senior Needs Assessment as the primary activity for FY 2026/25. The Senior Needs Assessment includes a 52-question personal survey that covers experiences for residents 50 and over. The project is in several phases, including an individual survey, focus groups, stakeholder engagement and staff review. The City will work with a consultant to analyze the outcomes of the process to inform goals, projects and activities to enhance the livelihood of senior residents. This discussion item may include alternative goals and activities, requesting and making commissioner work assignments for the subcommittees working on each of the goals, and support activities.
The Senior Advisory Commission may choose to use these categories from the Age-Friendly City Domains to guide their activities or may develop new goals and activities for FY 2026/27:
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.
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 environment.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the Senior Advisory Commission’s agenda on the City’s official-notice bulletin board outside City Hall Council Chambers. A complete agenda packet is available on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s Office at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting and 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting. A hard copy of any agenda report may be requested by contacting the City Clerk’s Office at (408) 615-2220, e-mail clerk@santaclaraca.gov.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Discuss and Develop Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan Goals and Activities for FY 2026/27.
Staff
Prepared by: Jennifer Herb, Recreation Supervisor
Reviewed by: Kimberly Castro, Recreation Manager
Approved by: Damon Sparacino, Director of Parks & Recreation
ATTACHMENT
1. Draft - Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan FY 2026/27