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Matter 26-079

Boards and Commissions Appointment.

City Council Agenda Ready Introduced 13 Jan 2026
2 Documents on file 1.25 MB · 2 extracted · 2 AI summaries
File
26-079
Type
Consent Agenda
Status
Agenda Ready
Requester
Unknown
Introduced
13 Jan 2026
Last synced
19 May 2026 · 04:04

The papers

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Memorandum

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This memorandum addresses the appointment of Patrick Waite to the Senior Citizens Commission for a term ending June 30, 2029. It outlines the process for nominations to Council-Nominated Commissions as per the San José Municipal Code and notes that the Office of the City Clerk is actively working to fill vacancies on various Boards and Commissions. The memorandum has been posted on the City Clerk’s website as part of the agenda for the January 27, 2026 City Council Meeting.

Key points
  • Appointment of Patrick Waite to the Senior Citizens Commission.
  • Term for the appointment ends on June 30, 2029.
  • Each Councilmember, including the Mayor, nominates one Commissioner to each Council-Nominated Commission.
  • The Office of the City Clerk is recruiting for additional vacancies.
  • The memorandum has been posted on the City Clerk’s website.

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COUNCIL AGENDA: FILE: ITEM: 1/27/2026 26-079 2.7 TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: Toni J. Taber, MMC City Clerk SUBJECT: BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS APPOINTMENT DATE: January 13, 2026 RECOMMENDATION Approve the following Boards and Commissions appointment: (a) Senior Citizens Commission: (1) Citywide Seat: Appoint Patrick Waite for term ending June 30, 2029. OUTCOME Appointment to a vacant seat on the Senior Citizens Commission will allow the commission to continue conducting business. BACKGROUND Section 2.08.180 of the San José Municipal Code (SJMC) indicates that each Councilmember, including the Mayor, shall nominate one Commissioner to each Council-Nominated Commission. ANALYSIS The application of the nominated candidate is attached. A supplemental memorandum will be posted should additional names be submitted for vacancy nominations. EVALUATION AND FOLLOW-UP A duty of the Office of the City Clerk is to minimize vacancies on the Boards and Commissions. The Office of the City Clerk and City Council Offices are still recruiting for additional vacancies. HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL January 13, 2026 Subject: Boards and Commissions Appointment Page 2 PUBLIC OUTREACH The...
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Application

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The document appears to be a draft application addressing issues facing the City of San José, including support for older residents, accessibility of recreational facilities, and creating interactive environments for seniors. It also touches on historic preservation and the role of the Historic Landmarks Commission, with a specific mention of the barn at Metzger Ranch.

Key points
  • Older residents live on fixed incomes; need for creative financial support.
  • Recreational facilities should be accessible to older adults and those with mobility issues.
  • Interactive environments are needed to prevent senior residents from becoming reclusive.
  • The purpose of historic preservation is to maintain the character of historically significant areas.
  • The Historic Landmarks Commission plays a role in achieving historic preservation goals.
  • Discussion on the condition of the barn at Metzger Ranch.
Limitations
  • No recent arts activities were provided.
  • Responses regarding the value of arts and cultural development are missing.
  • Unresolved placeholders for contributions to advising City Council on cultural development.

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Please list three issues facing the City that you feel the Council should address. 1) Many older residents live on fixed incomes. San Jose needs to explore creative ways to help these residents get more for their money. 2) Make sure that recreational facilities are accessible to older adults and elderly residents with mobility issues, so that they can share in enjoying our parks and recreation centers. 3) Figure out ways to create interactive environments that help our senior residents avoid becoming reclusive and alone. Describe recent San José arts activities you have participated in during the last twelve months (up to five activities) and what drew you to attend? N/A Describe the ways in which you believe the arts bring value to the general community, and what role should the City of an Jose have in arts and cultural development. N/A Should the City of San José have an active role in arts and cultural development? If so, in what ways and why? How can you contribute to advising City Council on policy and programs related to cultural development in San José? What is the purpose of historic preservation in San José and what is the role of the Historic Landmarks Commission in...