REPORT TO SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION
SUBJECT
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Discuss Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan Goals and Activities for FY 2025/26
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 now 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.
At the November 17, 2025 regular meeting, the Senior Advisory Commission adopted workplan priorities and activities for FY 2025/26 (Attachment 1) related to the following Commission goals:
Goal 1. Strategic Plan for the Senior Needs Assessment
A. Open and circulate Survey (Attachment 2) to the public
B. Conduct Focus Groups in multiple languages
C. Review data
D. Develop Senior Needs Assessment Plan
E. Connect Older Adults to resources identified within the Senior Needs Assessment Survey
Goal 2. Advocate for Housing Regulations for Older Adults in Santa Clara
A. Propose regulation modifications to protect...
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