REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Welcome to Father Kevin O’Brien, S.J. as President of Santa Clara University
Report
BACKGROUND
Established in 1851, Santa Clara University is the oldest operating institution of higher learning in California and has remained in its original location for 168 years.
The City of Santa Clara (City), incorporated in 1852, and Santa Clara University have 167 years of shared history and collaboration toward the achievement of excellence in the community. The City places tremendous value on its special relationship with the University and the common goals espoused by both institutions.
On October 11, 2019, Father Kevin O’Brien, S.J. was inaugurated as the 29th President of Santa Clara University.
DISCUSSION
As a Special Order of Business on February 25, 2020, the City Council will recognize and formally welcome Father Kevin O’ Brien to the City of Santa Clara and community.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an information report only and no action is being taken by the City Council and no environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) is required.
PUBLIC CONTACT
Public contact was made by posting the 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.
Staff
Reviewed by: Julie Minot, Executive Assistant to the Mayor and Council
Approved by: Deanna J. Santana, City Manager