REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Recognition of the Santa Clara Women's League donation of $15,000 to support the Senior Center Health & Wellness Case Management Program and the "Be Strong, Live Long" Health & Wellness Fair
Report
BACKGROUND
In accordance with Council Policy 051, Donations to the City, the City Manager's Office reviewed and approved the receipt of a donation from the Santa Clara Women's League in the amount of $15,000 to support the Senior Center Health & Wellness Case Management Program and the "Be Strong, Live Long" Health & Wellness Fair. The donation is consistent with the City's goals and objectives and in the best interest of the City.
Per the Council Policy, for a donation of $1,000 or more, the donor shall be invited to a Council Meeting to be recognized under Special Order of Business and receive a letter of acceptance and appreciation signed by the Mayor and City Manager.
DISCUSSION
The Santa Clara Women's League has annually hosted for 37 consecutive years the Showtime melodrama in support of the City's Senior Center Health & Wellness Case Management Program, also affectionately referred to some as the Senior Center's nurses. This year's donation in the amount of $15,000 will help support services including public health education including the Be Strong, Live Long" Health & Wellness Fair, navigation of healthcare and social service systems, care management services, social engagement, home visits, education and fitness classes, and public health screenings to older adults in the Santa Clara Community. It will benefit the City through increased community engagement, collaboration and support of City senior activities, encouraging further support for needed community services.
The Special Order of Business will recognize the of the Santa Clara Women's League for their annual donation and continued collaboration and support of City programs.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a "project" within th...
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