SUBJECT
Title
Discuss and take action to adopt the Senior Advisory Commission’s Work Plan & Goals for FY2024/25.
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 October 21, 2024 meeting, the Commission brainstormed older adult interests and continued the discussion on Item 4. (RTC #24-972, Attachment 1) to the November 18, 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 November 18, 2024 Senior Advisory Commission meeting, the Commission will review the draft work plan document for FY 2024/25 (Attachment 2) which has been populated based on discussions the Commission had at their regular meetings on August 19th, September 23rd, and October 21st. The draft items have been organized by the Age-Friendly priorities.
Advocate for Affordable and Convenient Housing
a) Host a presentation by the Housing and Community Services Department at the Senior Center. (Commissioners Hubbard & Manivannan)
b) Attend Community workshops related to new Senior Housing developments in Santa Clara.
Encourage and Promote the use of Outdoor Spaces and Buildings
a) Support and advocate for the Lawn Bowl facility and Club at Central Park.
(Commissioner Freitas & Sterling)
b) Advocate for the addition of pickleball lines on existing tennis courts. (Commissioners Freitas & Sterling)
c) Participate in community meetings related to new or rehabilitated park projects in Santa Clara.
Advocate for Affordable, Convenient, and Safe Transportation and Streets
a) Send representative(s) to attend Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee meetings. (Commissioners Drozek, Freitas, and Manivannan)
b) Participate in community meetings related to safe transportation and street projects in Santa Clara.
Develop Opportunities to Promote Health, Wellness, and Nutrition
a) Review current Senior Needs Assessment and provide input on survey content and outreach plan to conduct a new survey in 2025.
b) Assist in implementation of Senior Needs Assessment survey and outreach plan.
c) Advocate for Age-Friendly accessibility in the built environment in Santa Clara.
The Commission will review the draft work plan goals and may take action to adopt the work plan.
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 take action to adopt the Senior Advisory Commission’s Work Plan & Goals for FY2024/25.
Staff
Prepared by: Jennifer Herb, Recreation Supervisor
Reviewed by: Kimberly Castro, Recreation Manager
Approved by: Cynthia Bojorquez, Assistant City Manager and Acting Director, Parks & Recreation
ATTACHMENTS
1. RTC #24-972
2. Senior Advisory Commission DRAFT Work Plan FY 2024/25