REPORT TO SENIOR ADVISORY COMMISSION
SUBJECT
Title
Discussion and Review of Subcommittee Updates on the Status of FY2024/25 Senior Advisory Commission Work Plan & Goals
Report
COUNCIL PILLAR
Enhance Community Engagement and Transparency
Enhance Community Sports, Recreational and Arts Assets
BACKGROUND
The Senior Advisory Commission adopted the following FY 2024/25 Work Plan & Goals at the November 18, 2024 meeting in alignment with the eight (8) age-friendly domains of: 1) Economics and Employment; 2) Community; 3) Housing; 4) Outdoor Spaces and Buildings; 5)Transportation and Streets; 6) Health, Wellness, and Nutrition; 7) Social and Civic Engagement; and 8) Access to Community Resources and Information.
1. Advocate for Affordable and Convenient Housing
a. Educate the Older Adult Community on current low-income and affordable housing projects in Santa Clara
i. Provide educational presentations by the Housing and Community Services Department at Senior Center.
b. Provide input to developers of Older Adult housing projects in the City of Santa Clara.
i. Attend Community workshops related to new Senior Housing developments in Santa Clara.
2. Encourage and Promote the use of Outdoor Spaces and Buildings
a. Work with the Parks & Recreation Department to promote the development of dedicated pickleball courts in Santa Clara.
i. Meet with City staff monthly for updates.
b. Work with the Parks & Recreation Department to support and advocate for the Lawn Bowl facility and Club at Central Park.
i. Meet with City staff monthly for updates.
c. Advocate for outdoor spaces and activities for older adults.
i. Attend community meetings related to new or rehabilitated park projects in Santa Clara.
3. Advocate for Affordable, Convenient, and Safe Transportation and Streets
a. Promote new projects related to the older adult community on transportation resources in Santa Clara.
i. Attend community meetings related to transportation and streets improvement projects in San...
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