REPORT TO SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Senior Advisory Commission Election of Chair and Vice Chair for FY 2026/27
BACKGROUND
At the beginning of each fiscal year (FY), the Senior Advisory Commission appoints a Chair to facilitate the monthly meetings and a Vice Chair to serve in the role of meeting facilitator, in the event the Chair is unavailable. The role of the Chair is to facilitate monthly meetings, speak at City Council meetings when necessary, and work with the Staff Liaison on preparing the agenda. The role of the Vice Chair is to fulfill the role and responsibilities of the Chair when the Chair is not available.
DISCUSSION
The Senior Advisory Commission may nominate individuals for each position. Individuals nominated can either accept or decline the nomination. Commissioners may vote for candidates in the role of Chair and Vice Chair. The Commissioner with the majority of votes in each role will assume the respective responsibilities for FY 2026/27.
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, email clerk@santaclaraca.gov, or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.
RECOMMENDATION
Elect a Chair and Vice Chair to serve the Senior Advisory Commission for the FY 2026/27 ter...
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