REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Recognize Sewa International for Outstanding Community Service
Report
BACKGROUND
In March 2020, the State of California and the City of Santa Clara declared states of emergency in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The California Department of Public Health reported that COVID-19 has infected over 926,000 people in California, resulting in over 17,600 fatalities (data as of October 31, 2020). It has also caused severe economic disruption worldwide.
In response, many individuals and organizations have addressed community needs by sharing their time and resources.
DISCUSSION
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Sewa International has dedicated tremendous resources and volunteer time to the community, through weekly food distribution events and donation of gift cards to local families who have faced loss of income due to the pandemic.
At the November 10, 2020 City Council meeting, the City Council will recognize and thank Sewa International for outstanding service to the community.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This is an information report only and no action is being taken by the City Council; no environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) is required.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the City other than staff time.
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>.
Staff
Reviewed by: Julie Minot, Executive Assistant to the Mayor and City Council
Approved by: Deanna J. Santana, City Manager