Marco Mercado

The commission reviewed and adjusted the work plan and activities for the 2025/26 fiscal year and initiated planning for the 2026/27 fiscal year. Key topics included the management of multicultural events, progress on interactive public art projects, strategies for increasing community awareness, and preparations for the Citywide Arts Master Plan process. Additionally, the agenda included the nomination and election process for the upcoming fiscal year's Chair and Vice Chair positions.

This document presents the Proposed Biennial Capital Improvement Program Budget for fiscal years 2026/27 and 2027/28, alongside a Five-Year Capital Improvement Program extending to 2030/31. The plan's overall purpose is to achieve fiscal sustainability, invest in capital infrastructure, and support community services. Key strategic focus areas include implementing Measure I General Obligation Bonds for infrastructure, delivering capital projects, ensuring organizational effectiveness and service delivery, and fostering fiscal sustainability and long-term planning. The plan aims to address critical infrastructure needs, enhance City services, and promote prudent financial management.

This document presents the City of Santa Clara's Proposed Biennial Capital Improvement Program Budget for fiscal years 2026/27 and 2027/28, alongside a Five-Year Capital Improvement Program. The plan aims to achieve fiscal sustainability, invest in capital infrastructure, and support direct community services. Key objectives include maintaining existing programs, addressing structural deficits, funding City Council priorities, establishing an Infrastructure Replacement Reserve Policy, and funding staff for Measure I capital projects. It outlines investments across various areas such as administrative facilities, utilities, parks, and transportation, supported by Measure I general obligation bonds.

The commission reviewed work plan goals and activities for the current and upcoming fiscal years. Discussion items focused on the ongoing Senior Needs Assessment survey, including strategies for public outreach, focus group conduction, and the development of the assessment plan. Furthermore, the commission initiated the process of developing and brainstorming new work plan goals and activities aligned with city council priorities for the next fiscal year.

The commission discussed goals and activities for the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Work Plan. Key focus areas include the strategic plan for the senior needs assessment, which involves circulating surveys, conducting focus groups, and connecting older adults to identified resources. Additionally, the commission addressed advocacy efforts for housing regulations to protect older adults in rental properties.