REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Report from the Chair of the Historical and Landmarks Commission (HLC) on Commission Activities
Report
COUNCIL PILLAR
Promote and Enhance Economic, Housing and Transportation Development
BACKGROUND
The Historical and Landmarks Commission acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council in all matters pertaining to historical places and landmarks. This Commission provides advice on the marking and preservation of historical landmarks and places, the naming and renaming of streets, and the establishment of museums in the City.
The Historical and Landmarks Commission consists of seven Commissioners that are volunteers and are appointed by the City Council.
DISCUSSION
The HLC requested the opportunity to provide an update to the City Council on the Commission’s activities. The Commission is represented by Chair Patricia Leung.
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)(4) in that it is an informational report that does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potential significant impact on the environment.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the City Council 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, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov <mailto:clerk@santaclaraca.gov> or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
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Reviewed by: Andrew Crabtree, Community Development Director
Approved by: Rajeev Batra, City Manager