City Council and Authorities Concurrent
June 3, 2025

Hybrid Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers/Virtual
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
5:30 PMTuesday, June 3, 2025

City of Santa Clara
Meeting Agenda
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City Council
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Meeting Agenda June 3, 2025
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that, pursuant to the provisions of California Government Code §54956 (“The Brown Act”) and Section 708 of the Santa Clara City Charter, the Mayor calls for a Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Santa Clara, to commence and convene on June 3, 2025, at 5:30 pm to be held virtually and in the City Hall Council Chambers located in the East Wing of City Hall at 1500 Warburton Avenue, Santa Clara, California, to consider the following matter(s) and to potentially take action with respect to them.
5:30 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Call to Order in the Council Chambers
Pledge of Allegiance and Statement of Values
Roll Call

INTERVIEWS

1. Action to Conduct Applicant Interviews and Appoint Five Applicants to
the Senior Advisory Commission to Serve Three
Partial Terms Ending June 30, 2026, One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2027, and One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2028 25-631
Appoint Five Applicants to the Senior Advisory
Commission, three to Serve Three Partial Terms each
Ending June 30, 2026, one to serve One Partial Term
Ending June 30, 2027, and one to serve One Partial
Term Ending June 30, 2028
Recommendation:

2. Action to Conduct Applicant Interviews and Appoint Two Applicants to
the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to
Serve One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2027, and One Full Term Ending June 30, 2029
25-630

1. Appoint two Applicants to the Bicycle and
Pedestrian Advisory Committee, one to Serve
One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2027, and one
to Serve One Full Term Ending June 30, 2029; and

2. Establish an Eligibility List for Six Months should a Vacancy Occur
Recommendation:

Call and Notice of Special Meeting
of the City Council
Meeting Agenda June 3, 2025

3. Action to Conduct Applicant Interviews and Appoint Two Applicants to
the Cultural Commission to Serve One Partial
Term Ending June 30, 2028, and One Full Term Ending June 30, 2029
25-632

1. Appoint two Applicants to the Cultural
Commission, one to Serve One Partial Term
Ending June 30, 2028, and one to Serve One Full
Term Ending June 30, 2029; and

2. Establish an Eligibility List for Six Months should a Vacancy Occur
Recommendation:

ADJOURNMENT
The next regular scheduled meeting is on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in the City Hall Council Chambers.

Call and Notice of Special Meeting
of the City Council
Meeting Agenda June 3, 2025

MEETING DISCLOSURES
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Call and Notice of Special Meeting
of the City Council
City of Santa Clara
Agenda Report
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
santaclaraca.gov
@SantaClaraCity
25-631 Agenda Date: 6/3/2025

REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT
Action to Conduct Applicant Interviews and Appoint Five Applicants to the Senior Advisory Commission to Serve Three Partial Terms Ending June 30, 2026, One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2027, and One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2028

COUNCIL PILLAR
Enhance Community Engagement and Transparency

BACKGROUND
At the March 11, 2025, City Council meeting, Council declared five (5) vacancies due to resignations on the Senior Advisory Commission to fill three partial terms ending June 30, 2026, one partial term ending June 20, 2027, and one partial term ending June 30, 2028.

Advertising of the vacancies was done via the City’s website, social media outlets. The City Clerk’s Office also emailed vacancy notification to all parties listed on the email vacancy interest list.

DISCUSSION
The City Clerk’s Office held a recruitment for six weeks and received six (6) applications by the April 25, 2025, 5:00 p.m. application deadline, however one has withdrawn from the process leaving a total of five (5) applicants.

The City Clerk’s Office proceeds with the recruitment/interview process with the following candidates:

1. Rick Andrews

2. Kris Kishor Kapadia

3. Rebecca J. Selden

4. Alma Soto

5. Phanom Wacht
Each candidate meets the requirement of being a resident of the City of Santa Clara and have each submitted proof of residency.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(a) as it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT
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There is no additional cost to the City other than administrative staff time and expense.

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 [email protected] or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.

RECOMMENDATION
Appoint Five Applicants to the Senior Advisory Commission, three to Serve Three Partial Terms each Ending June 30, 2026, one to serve One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2027, and one to serve One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2028
Reviewed by: Nora Pimentel, Assistant City Clerk
Approved by: Jovan D. Grogan, City Manager

ATTACHMENTS

1. Applications

2. Voting Guidelines
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Personal Information
Name*
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Additional Information
Any other information v.tiich you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application:

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated v.ith any Organization/Employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? No
Abstaining from Votes
City poticy directs au advisory body members not to I.Ote on matters where there e><ists a potential conflict of interest Would you be wiling to abs1ain from voting if such a conflict arises?
Yes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
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Date
14/17/2025
anta Clara, Ca, 9505 4

RICK ANDREWS

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Facilities Operations Manager with over 25 years of extens ive experie nce in managing large-scale healthcare facilities, including a medica l center with 754 acute beds and 22 buildings. Proficient in maintaining compliance with Life Safety, TJC, and CMS, and skilled in overseeing a team of 106 FTEs to ensu re a safe and efficient environment. Demonstrates strong capab iliti es in procurement processes and relationship management, having managed medical supplies budge ts exceeding $35 million annua lly.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
!)EC 201? - JUN 2018
Acting Director of Resource Management , Santa Clara Valley Medical Center , San Jose, CA • Directed centra l supply, linen, hospita l business system, and product procurement for a 574-bed acute care center, 8 health clinics and specialty procedu re center
• Managed $35m annual medical/surgical supplies procurement. ensuring timely delivery and quality • Oversaw an operational budget of over $25m and hospital supplies of $6m • Implemented new agreemen ts and software upgrades with in the resource management division • Facilitat ed contract award decisions in compliance with public purchas ing standa rds and Board of Superv isors direc tion SEP ~998 • PRESENT
Facilities Operation s Manager, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center , San Jose, CA Syst ems Manager respons ible for the Facilities Management currently respons ible for Biomedica l Engineer ing, compliance of over 3 million square feet which inclu des 22 onsit e buildings, 1 Medical Center with 754 acute beds and 6 outly ing clinics t hru- ough t Santa Clara County. Currently facilities employees a staff of 106 FT E's. Manage Life Safety compliance , TJC Compliance, CMS Complia nce.
• Maint ain a comfortab le and safe phys ical environment for patients, emp loyees , med ical staff, and the public in accordance with hospit al policies and procedu res, budgetary requ irements , and applicable loca l, staff and federal building, safety and hospital codes
• Experienced with working collabo rative ly with HCAI and their policies and procedures • Experienced in the RFP, RFQ and procurement process approving all purchases thru SCVMC facilit ies for the last 14 yrs • Experienced developi ng collabo rativ e relationships with outside agencies and community organ izations • Responsible for anticipating/submi tting/maintaining yearly and op erational budget requests for assigned facilities accounts • Organize and overs ee Faciliti es employee recruitme nt procedu res, includ ing can didate interv iews, interview itine rary plann ing, and hiring
• Responsible for the maintenance and operations of the security , CCTV systems • Oversee contract ent ities, including but not limited to mechan ical, electrical, plum bing, landscap ing, telecom , biomedica l engineer ing con tractors
• Boosted compliance, manag ed 106 FTEs, ensured safety across mu ltiple facilit ies. • Streamlined procurement, overseeing RFP and RFQ processes for 14 years . • Enhanced team capabilities throug h strategic recruitment and training progra m s. • Boosted facil ity comp liance and safety for a 3M sq ft healthcare complex.

EDUCATION
1981 - 1981
Bachelo r of Arts: Business Administration , San Jose State University, San Jose, CA Certified, IFMA
SKILLS
Project management Team leadership
Risk management processes and analysis Budgeting and finance Conflic t resol ut ion Procurement proc ess
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Pos1t1on
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Name*
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Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
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Address*
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City State / Province / Region
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Postal / Zip Code
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Country
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Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 *
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Email*
Primary Phone Number*
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Additional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Convnittee?* [ Yes __ _
Work Experience
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High School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject From Date
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I Santa Clara University MSEE-Masters in Electronics and Bectrica l 1 Engineering
Special awards or recognition received
Innovations in the areas of Man-Machine interface equipment design. Wide area data communication over the dedicated lines. Recognition for volunteering for more than 10 years at Self Realization Fellowship and The Indus Entrepreneur of Silicon Valley.

Reasons
Date
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To Date
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Degree Dates /
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Please state reasons 'Mly you want to become a member of this Comnission, including what specific objectives you IMlUld be mrking toward as a member of this advisory board:

I ha.ve passion for senior affairs with extensive volunteer experience at various renowned organization like the Red Cross, The Indus Entrepreneur. Self Realization Fellowship, CSix, and NPR-KQED public radio. Volunteered for more than 500 hours at Senior Center Santa Clara. I have extensive business experience in high-tech startups, food-hospitality business, and event management, which has provided me with a diverse skill set in leadership, operations, ard strategic planning.

Additional Information
Arly other information v.tlich you feel would be useful to the City Council in re\1ewlng your appfication:

With strong professional background, I am eager lo contribute to policies and programs that 7 support the health, wellness, and engagement of Santa Clara's senior population.

With combination of technical expertise, entrepreneurial background, and deep commitment to community service makes me uniquely equipped to advocate for and implement positive changes that benefit seniors in Santa Clara.

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated v.ith any Cxganization/Employment that mght Ile deemed a confict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? l',b
Abstaining from Votes
City policy directs all advisory body members not to \Ole on matters where there e>dsts a potential conflict of inlefest. Would you be v.illing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
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Signature and Acknowledge ment
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City State I PrOllince / Region
Postal / Zlp Code
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Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
Additional Information
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I am interested in becoming a member of the Senior Advisory Commission because I care deeply about the w1ell-being of seniors in our community. As a native realtor with experience In the Santa Clara area and a daughter to senior parents, I understand the unique housing challenges seniors face and •.vant to stay actively involved in discussions and initiatives trat address those needs. I am committed to supporting programs and policies that improve the quality of life for older adults and ensure access to safe. affordable and suitable. lifestyles. Being a part of the committee would allow me to stay informed, advocate for meaningful change, and contribute my professional expertise in service to our senior community. ------''--------------------___J Addition.ii Information
Afly other information v.tiich you feel v.outd be useful to the City Council in re.iewing your application:

I am a native to the Bay Area and have lived in Santa Clara over 20 years where I raised my children. With my years of customer experiences, I pride myself on my creative problem solving, my dedication to service and my quality listening, hearing every need and delivering results with Lena.oily and excellence is what I strive in life.

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated v.ith any O'ganlzation/Employment that night be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties tf appointed to this positioo? Abstaining from Votes
City policy directs all ad\/isory body members not to \Ole on matters v.tlere there e><ists a potentlal conflict of interest Would you be v,ilijng to abstain from voting if such a confLict arises?
Yes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
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Date
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Email*
Primary Phone Number *
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Special awards or recognition received
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Reasons
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Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Comrission, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this acMsory board:

I am currently in a role to where I am actively advocating for th!l Seniors 62plus community of West Santa Clara Valley. I want to see more advocacy and action done for the seniors of our community.

Additional Information
Any other information \Wlich you feel 1M:>uld be useful to the City Council In reviewing your application:

I am really excited about being able to advocate for the senior population. I believe that oot enough is done for our seniors and we should push to ensure that they are taken care of and respected within our community.

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with any Organization/Employment that mght be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? I Unsure
Abstaining from Votes
City poficy directs all advisory body members not lo 1.0te on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest Would you Ile wil~ng to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
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Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
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Date
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1 . ) Santa Clara Application for Cultural Commission , Historical & Landmark Commission and Senior Advisory Commission
Pos1t1on
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
I Senior Advisory Commission
Personal Information
Name*
I Phanom Wacht
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of sanla clara at time of application) i: Yes
Address*
Street Address
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City State I Province I Region
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Primary Phone Number*
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Add1llonal Information
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Werk Experience
Present Employer*
I Santa Clara Unified School District
Job Title*
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Degree Oates/
Anticipated Graduation
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Please state reasons Y.tiy you want to become a member of this Commssion, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory board:

As a longtime resident of Santa Clara and a dedicated educator, I am deeply committed to enhancing the well-being of our senior community. Since turning 50, I have fell a strorger comec tion to this group and want to help ensure that older adults in our city feel supported. included, and empowered. I am particularly interested in advocating for equitable access to city services and creating programs that reflect the diverse needs of our agirg population. As a member of the Senior Advisory Committee, I would work to promote active aging, expand opportunities for social connection. and collaborate with city leaders to improve policies related to senior health, housing, transportation , and recreatiqn. My goal is to help all seniors in Santa Clara thrive and stay engaged in meaningful ways . _______ I
Additional lnfonnatlon
Any other information ""1ich you feel w:iuld be useful lo the Cily Council in reviewing your appfication:

In addition to being a lifelong educator, I previously served as President of United Teachers of Santa Clara. where I advocated for equitable policies and community engagement I have lived in Santa Clara since 1998 and have raised my family here, which has deepened my commitment to our city. My leadership, public service, and education background have given me strong communieation, collaboration. and problem-solving skills. I am passionate about listering lo community voices and bringing people together to make thoughtful. Inclusive decisions that improve the-quality of life for all residents.

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with any Organization/Employment that mght be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? No
Abstaining from Votes
City poficy directs all advisory body members not to wte on matters v.nere there exists a potential conflict of interest Would you be willing to abstain from wting if such a conflict arises?
JYes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
By cffcking subrrit you are confirming that you are the person listed in this app6cation, and 1hat all information pro\lded Is lruthful and correct AU information provided will be pubtic information.

Date
14/22/2025

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CITY OF SANTA CLARA

VOTING GUIDELINES FOR THE APPOINTMENT

OF APPLICANTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

1) Council is given a copy of the applications in their weekly packet to review and consider applicant qualifications.

2) Council interviews applicant. Interviews are held at a City Council Meeting for the Planning Commission and Civil Service Commission. Interviews are held in a less formal area of City Hall for all other Boards and Commissions.

A) Each applicant is given three (3) minutes for an opening statement. The applicant may respond to questions from the Council. The applicant has one (1) minute for a closing statement.

3) Council votes for applicants:

A) If there are four (4) or fewer applicants the Council will cast one vote each for their desired appointee.

B) If there are five (5) or more applicants, the Council will cast one vote each for their two desired appointees. Only one vote per applicant is allowed.

A Councilmember may choose to vote for only one applicant but will relinquish the other vote.

4) The votes are tallied:

A) If there are four (4) or fewer applicants the Clerk will announce the winner.
i. If there is a tie, there will be 3 re-votes for the Council to reconsider the applicants. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate between each round of re-voting.
ii. If there is still a tie and there is not a full Council present, the Council will defer the decision until a full Council is present, and re-interview the top two applicants.
iii. If there is a full Council present, the Members will draw straws, with the person drawing the long straw abstaining from voting at the next round. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate. iv. The Council votes, with the applicant receiving the highest number of votes being the winner. The City Clerk will announce the winner.

B) If there are five (5) or more applicants, the Clerk will announce the two applicants who received the highest number of votes. The Council then has an opportunity to deliberate regarding the remaining two applicants.

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The Council will then cast one vote each for their desired appointee. The City Clerk will announce the winner.
i. If there is a tie, there will be 3 re-votes for the Council to reconsider the applicants. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate between each round of re-voting.
ii. If there is still a tie and there is not a full Council present, the Council will defer the decision until a full Council is present, and re-interview the top two applicants.
iii. If there is a full Council present, the Members will draw straws, with the person drawing the long straw abstaining from voting at the next round. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate. iv. The Council votes, with the applicant receiving the highest number of votes being the winner. The City Clerk will announce the winner.

5) A Council Member makes a motion to appoint the applicant that received the highest number of votes. The Council has the opportunity to vote unanimously to appoint the applicant using the Council Chambers electronic voting equipment.

City of Santa Clara
Agenda Report
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
santaclaraca.gov
@SantaClaraCity
25-630 Agenda Date: 6/3/2025

REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT
Action to Conduct Applicant Interviews and Appoint Two Applicants to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee to Serve One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2027, and One Full Term Ending June 30, 2029

COUNCIL PILLAR
Enhance Community Engagement and Transparency

BACKGROUND
At the March 11, 2025, City Council meeting, Council declared a vacancy on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee for one partial term ending June 30, 2027.

Advertising of the vacancy was done via the City’s website, social media outlets. The City Clerk’s Office also emailed vacancy notification to all parties listed on the email vacancy interest list.

DISCUSSION
The City Clerk’s Office held a recruitment for six weeks and received eight (8) applications by the April 25, 2025, 5:00 p.m. application deadline.

A past practice has been that upon appointment to fill a vacancy, the City Council may choose to establish an eligibility list with an applicant(s) of their choice for six months should a vacancy arise after appointments have been made.

The City Clerk’s Office proceeds with the recruitment/interview process with the following candidates:

1. Vernon Shure

2. Bekele Galeta

3. Vamsi Gunda*

4. Jorge Haro

5. Ram Iyengar

6. Patrick Kallas

7. Valerie Katz

8. Jonathan Marinaro
*Applied to multiple commissions (Cultural Commission, Historical & Landmarks Commission and Parks & Recreation Commission)
Each candidate meets the requirement of being a resident of the City of Santa Clara and have each submitted proof of residency.

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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(a) as it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no additional cost to the City other than administrative staff time and expense.

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 [email protected] or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.

RECOMMENDATION

1. Appoint two Applicants to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, one to Serve One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2027, and one to Serve One Full Term Ending June 30, 2029; and

2. Establish an Eligibility List for Six Months should a Vacancy Occur Reviewed by: Nora Pimentel, Assistant City Clerk
Approved by: Jovan D. Grogan, City Manager

ATTACHMENTS

1. Applications

2. Voting Guidelines
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Position
Appl:ytng for:*
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Personal lnforrration
Nall'e*
Vernon Shure
ke you a resident or W>rk in City of Santa Clara?*
(MJst be a resident or work in City of Santa Clara at time of application) r- Yes r- No
.Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
APT 216
City State I Province / Region
Santa Clara
Postal / Zip Code
95050-3734
Email*
PrirmryPhone Nurmer *
SecondaryPhone Nurrber
Provide tv.o fonrs of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara (MJst be a resident or wm in the city of santa clara at time of application) Attachment 1 *
11,1ortgage Bill,pdf
Attachment 2*
Po.-.er BDl,pdf
Present E111>loyer*
Self Employed--lndependent Consultant
Job Title *
Marketing Consultant
Work Experience
jCA
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Have you attended a meeting of this BoarcUCorrrrission/Corrmttee?* r- Yes r- No
Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Position/ Office Held :
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Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged:

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I ride my bike over 1,000 niles per year withing the city limits of Santa Clara. I also walk in my neighborhood for exercise.

College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attend
High School, College, Professional, Vocational School
Stanford Univeristy
Special a'Mlrds or recognition received:

Major Subject
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Economics
Date
6/10/1987
Graduated with distinction and Phi Beta Kappa. I also have an MBA from U~ _i?.~:~eley-H§l~S School _of Business.

Please state reasons why}Ol-1 want to becorre a rreniler of this Board/Comrisslon/Camittee , including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a n-ent>er of this advisory board:

I have a passion for bike and pedestrian safety. as I am often out and about in the city. I have always had an interest in public affairs. that I inherited from my father. I believe in the ability of local governm ent to make a positive difference. My objective would be to promote alternatives to driving, and bicycle and pedestr1an safety, with a practical orientation .

Any other infonmtion which you feel v.ould be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application:
https://www.linkedin.corn1in/vernonshure/
I was an alurmi volunteer with the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley (former chapter president for the South Bay). I am a current volunteer with Stanford Alumni (columnist wit the alumni rragazine). As a marketer, I am a professional writer.

Are you associated 'Mth any Organization/ E"l)loyment that might be decrmd a conflict of interest in perfoming )")Ur duties if appointed to this position?*
r Yes r- No
City policy directs all advisory body rm llilers not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest. 1./\buld you be willing to abstain tromvoting if such a conflict arises?*
r- Yes
Signature*
Date
4/23/2025
r No
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Address*
Street Address
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City State I Province I Region
Santa Clara
Postal I Zip Code
95051
E.rren*
Prirrery Phone Nunt>er*
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Provide two foms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara (Mist be a resident or work in the city of santa clara at time of application) Attachment 1 *
ClrilEt's License. pdf
Altachrnent 2*
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Work Experience
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Special awards or recognition received:

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Please state reasons "'1y )OU want to becorre a merrber of this Board/Cormission/Cormittee, including v.11at specific objectives you would be v.ot'king toward as a ment>er of this advisory board:

My other infomution v.ttich )'OU feel would be useful to the City Council in revie\loing ~ur application:
/J<e you associated \loith art'J Organizationl Effl)loyment that might be deend a conflict of Interest in perforning your duties if appointed to this position?*
r Yes (.' No
City policy directs all advisory body rrent>ers not to vote on nutters v.ttere there exists a potential conflict of interest. Vlibuld you be \loiNing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?""
r. Yes r No
Signature*
Date
14/25/2025
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Work Experience
Have )OU attended a rn,eting of this BoanUComrissiodComrittee?* r Yes C: No
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Please state reasol'IS v.ttyyou want to become a ment>er of this Board/Comrisslon/Cormittee, including what specific objectives you Y«ll.lld be \Wl1dng toward as a rTEnt>er of this advisory board:

My othe r information v.flich you feel would be useful to the City Council in revlev.1ng your application:
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/Jte you associated with any Organization/ Elll)loyrmnt that night be deerred a conflict of interest In perforrring your duties if appointed to this position ?*
r- Yes r- No
City policy directs all advisory body rrent>ers not to vote on rratters where there exists a potential conflict of interest. 11\buld you be willing to abstain from voting If such a conflict arises?*
r.- Yes r- No
Signature*
Date
3/24/2025
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ke ~ a resident M \llbr1( in City of Santa Clara?*
(Mist be a resident or work in City of Santa Clara at time of application) r. Yes r No
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State I Province I Region
I Santa Clara
Pootal I Zip Code
Enult*
PrinwyPhone Nunt>er*
Secondary Phone Nunt>er
Provide tv.o fomB of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara (MlSt be a resident or work in the city of santa clara at time of application) J!ttachrnmt 1 *
residency proof xfinity stalement.pdf
Altac:hment 2*
residency proof alt stalementpdf
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CA
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Have ~ attended a rmeting of this Board/Cormission/Cocmittee?* r Yes c: No
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Please state reasons vlty you ""8llt to become a rmrrt>er of this Board/Cormission/Cormittee, Including what specific objectives you would be working towud as a merrt>er of this advisory board:

Interested in safe neighborhoods for walking and bicycling. Have personally observed some accidents in my neighborhood that could have been fatal for pedestrians. Afso enjoy riding my bicycle to breakfast. __ .;.:,_;_ _______ __, Jlny other infometion vllich you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application:

I live in a neighborhood with a lot of older people who walk P<e you associated with any Organization/ E"l)loyrrent that night be deerred a conflict of interest in perforrring your duties if appointed to this position?*
r Yes r- No
City policy directs all advisory body rrerrt>ers not to vote on mrtters vllere there exists a potential conflict of interest. 1/obuld i,ou be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?*
r- Yes • No
Signature*
Date
4/25/2025
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Personal lnforrrat1or
Nane*
I Ram Iyengar
J!<e you a resident or W)rk in City of Santa Clara?*
(MJst be a resident or work in City of Santa Clara at lime of application) r, Yes
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Street Address
Address Line 2
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City State / Province I Region
I Santa Clara
Post.al I Zip Code
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Email*
PrirmryPhone Nwme r*
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Provide t'M> form; of Proof of Residency In the City of Santa Clara (Mist be a resident or wOfk in the city of santa clara at lime of application} Mtachmm t 1 *
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I Senior Engineer_in.,,_g_M_a_n_a_,ge,.__r ________________________ __J Work [xpene1ce
Have )'OU attended a rr.1eting of this Board/ConnissioniComrittee ?* r Yes r. No
Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Government Bodles/ Elective Offices Position/ Office Held: FromDate c.l'I
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To Date
Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged:

Civic or Charitable Organizations Position(s) Held: From Date To Date
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Special Interests, Hobbies or Talents
Member of Santa Clara Valley Birding Alliance
Hiker
Trained Mediator
College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attend
High School, College, Professional, Vocational School
I University of Murrbai
I George Mason University
I institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution
Special awards or recognition received:

Major Subject Date
I BS, Electronics & Telecom Engineering 1 s11,199s
J MS, Electrical Engineer·,ng J413012oos
I MS, Conflict Resolution 14/30/2009
Mahbub AI-Huq Award from Regional Center for Security Studies in SA.ARC countries for research on the topic of worren's role in terrorism in Nepal and Sri Lanka.

Please state reasons why you want to become a meni>er of thi.s Board/Comnsslon/Cormittee , including what specific objectives you \\Otdd be wor1<ing t011181'd as a meni>er of this advisory board:

I am inlerested in joining the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) because I want to apply my professional skills and personal interests to help enhance safety and accessibility for cyclists and pedestrians in Santa Clara. /J.s an avid hiker, I have a firsthand appreciation for the importance or safe and convenient pedestrian facilities and infrastructure.

My background as a Senior Engineering Manager at Google provides stron@ analytical and problem-solving capabilities relevant to evaluating infrastructure design. safety considerations, and connectivity issues for bike and pedestrian networks. Additionally. my Master's degree in Conmct Resolution and experience as a trained mediator can be valuable in navigating discussions around facility planning, addressing diverse user needs, and finding cornroon ground when advising the City Council.

My specific objectives as a member of the BPAC would be lo:
+ Contribute to recomrendations that prioritize safe, convenient, and well-designed bicycle and pedestrian facilities throughout the city.
+ Utilize my analytical skills to thoroughly review proposals and data related to bike/pedestrian projects and safety initiatives.
+ Support the conmittee's goal of encouraging recreational and comroter cycling and walking by advocating for user- friendly infrastructure improvements.
+ Help foster construclive dialogue among comnittee rrembers and stakeholders to develop effective advice for the City Council.
/lny other infonmtlon which )'0ll feel v.ould be useful to the City Council in reviewing )'OU!' application:

Beyond my direct interest in pedestrian and cyclist needs, my professional experience as a Senior Engineering Manager involves leading tearrs and analyzin~ complex systems, which I believe is relevant to evaluating infrastructure plans within the broader context of the city s transportation network.

My educational backsround is somewhat unique, combining technical engineering degrees with a Master's in Conflict Analysis and Resolution. This blend equips ma to understand not only the technical aspects of facility design but also lhe human factors and community dynamcs crucial for successful bike and pedestrian initiatives. My informal training as a mediator complements this, offering practical process skills for conmlttee work. My local engagement, such as through the Santa Clara Valley Birding Alliance, also gives me familiarity with various parts of the city from a pedestrian viewpoint.
ke )'0ll associated with any Organization/ Efll)loyrrent that !Tight be deemed a oonflict of interest in perfoming )Ollr duties if appointed to this position?"
r Yes
City policy directs all advisory bodyrrerrbers not to vote on natters where there exists a potential conflict of interest Would )'0ll be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?*
r- Yes r No
Signature*
Date
4/ 17/2025
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Name*
I Patrick Kallas
P,e )'OU a resident or Wm< in City of Santa Clara? *
(Mist be a resident or worl< in City of Santa Clara at lime of appllcation) r: Yes r No
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State / Province/ Region
I Santa Clara
Postal / Zip Code
195050
Enuil*
Primary Phone Nunt>er*
Secondary Phone Nunt>er
Provide Iv«> form; of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara (M.Jst be a resident or work in the city of santa clara at time of application) Jlttachment 1*
A178ill_7918_.A?2025.pdf
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Work Experience
Have )'OU attended a meeting of this Board/Comrission/Cormittee?* r Yes r- No
Previous Governrrent Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Position/ Office Held: From Date To Date Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged:

Positlon(s) Held: From Date To Date Civic or Charitable Organizations (.,., -==============:::::.c::======:::J
1 Special Interests, Hobbles or Talents
Painting (Canvas and Miniatures), Biking, Hiking, Golf, Felting<.:.'...:S.:.:.w.:.:.in_,g::..;;:.D.;:.;a.:.:.nc.;;.e=----------------....l College, Professional, Vocational Schools Attend
High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject I Crescenta Valley High School ___ ~@i- E- D------------~ I San Luis Obispo Polytechnic State Universily I I Environmental Management and Protection Special awards or recognition received:

Cum Laude
Date
J 6/6/2012
16/15/2016
Please state reasons why )OU want to become a rrerrt>er of this Board/Cormi sslon/Comritte e, including what specific objectives )OU would be IM>rldng toward as a merrber of this advisory board:

I am a cyclisl in the City of Santa Clara and when I utilize the bicycle infrastructure in the Cily I frequently think about how I could be better served on rrrJ different routes. I also hear from fellow residents who would prefer not to have rmre bicycle infrastructure and would like an opportunity to advocate for rmre safe and effective routes throughout the City. I have experience in planning and project managerrent and understand the importance of public participation in this process. My goals if I got onto the commission would be to provide thoughtful consideration to bicycle and pedestrian projects to ensure that the funds allocated to these projects are properly spent. I also want to inerease safety for bicyclists in less served portions of the City and irrprove walkability for maior gathering areas. Finally. I would like to find I better ways to integrate transit and bicycle/pedestrian options to help incenlivfze less reliance on cars for City residents.

My other infonnation v.tiich you feel v,ould be useful to the City Council in reviewing )OUr application: -------- 1 am an environmental planner with experience in City process and CEQA analysis. I understand the role of an advisory committee and would use this experience to read and review any materials provided to me to form opinions on items brought to the commission.
/Jte you associated wth any Organization/ E111)1oyn-ent that night be dee1TBd a conflict d interest in perfoming your duties if appointed to this position?*
r. Yes {" No
If ~s. please narre the Organization or_ E_~_ toyn-e_;__nt_ . ______ _ I David J Powers and Associates sometimes prepares environmental compliance documents for the City.

City policy directs all advisory body rre rrbers not to vote on rratters \lotlere there exists a potential conflict of interest. W>uld you be wiUing to abstain from voling if such a conflict arises?*
r. Yes
Signature*
Date
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/l#e you a resident or V\brk in City of Santa Clara?*
(MJst be a resident or work in City of Santa Clara at time of application) r. Yes r No
.address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
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Secondary Phone Nurri>er
Provide tV>Q form; of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara (Mist be a resident or work in the city of santa clara al time of application) Machment1 *
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Attachment 2•
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Job Title*
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Have you attended a meeting of this Board/Comrission/Cormittee?* r Yes
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I worked for the public transit company in Montreal where I was an ambassador of active transportation. I participated in building bicycle paths.

Ptlyother informrtion which you feel 'M)Ufd be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application_: __________ _ I I worked also for the City for about 7 years in the Urban Planning Depo:.:a;;..rt.:..rre= n:.::.t. _____ _ •e you associated with any Organization/ Effl)IO)'Tent that night be de erred a conflict of interest in perforning your duties if appointed to this position?*
<" Yes r: No
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Email*
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I understand the balance between the need for walkable & bikeable infrastructure and ease of access for autormbiles for people to live in today's society and want to bring that knowledge to the BPAC I have been an active citizen in Santa Clara for fifteen years now and have used every method of transportation available to get arounq and know the needs of our conm.m ily as I have felt them myself. In fact. il's a major reason why ITT/ wife and I chose to buy a house here, especially in the Old Quad area. as having that ability to go out and just walk the area is important for us. while also having the ease of access with a bike to region-level transportaticm like CalTra in and VT A My objective would be to better facilitate the needs of our community with a foeus on making walking and biking easier and more accessible for our city, so that it becomes the preferred option by choice rather than by force_. _____ __, /lny other inforrretl on which you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing ~ur application:

I have been a proponent of walkable and bikeable communities with access to quality regional rail for rrr; entire life and actively use our infrastructure regularly . My experience with the Cultural Commission and Station Area Task Force means I can not just make plans actionable , but work to get buy-in from members ot the government and the citizenry so we can better build collaborative policy and make that useable to the City Council. ke you associated with any OrganlzatlOf'II E01>lo)ffllnt that night be deen-ed a conflict of interest in perforning your duties if appointed to this position?*
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Date
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CITY OF SANTA CLARA

VOTING GUIDELINES FOR THE APPOINTMENT

OF APPLICANTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

1) Council is given a copy of the applications in their weekly packet to review and consider applicant qualifications.

2) Council interviews applicant. Interviews are held at a City Council Meeting for the Planning Commission and Civil Service Commission. Interviews are held in a less formal area of City Hall for all other Boards and Commissions.

A) Each applicant is given three (3) minutes for an opening statement. The applicant may respond to questions from the Council. The applicant has one (1) minute for a closing statement.

3) Council votes for applicants:

A) If there are four (4) or fewer applicants the Council will cast one vote each for their desired appointee.

B) If there are five (5) or more applicants, the Council will cast one vote each for their two desired appointees. Only one vote per applicant is allowed.

A Councilmember may choose to vote for only one applicant but will relinquish the other vote.

4) The votes are tallied:

A) If there are four (4) or fewer applicants the Clerk will announce the winner.
i. If there is a tie, there will be 3 re-votes for the Council to reconsider the applicants. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate between each round of re-voting.
ii. If there is still a tie and there is not a full Council present, the Council will defer the decision until a full Council is present, and re-interview the top two applicants.
iii. If there is a full Council present, the Members will draw straws, with the person drawing the long straw abstaining from voting at the next round. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate. iv. The Council votes, with the applicant receiving the highest number of votes being the winner. The City Clerk will announce the winner.

B) If there are five (5) or more applicants, the Clerk will announce the two applicants who received the highest number of votes. The Council then has an opportunity to deliberate regarding the remaining two applicants.

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The Council will then cast one vote each for their desired appointee. The City Clerk will announce the winner.
i. If there is a tie, there will be 3 re-votes for the Council to reconsider the applicants. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate between each round of re-voting.
ii. If there is still a tie and there is not a full Council present, the Council will defer the decision until a full Council is present, and re-interview the top two applicants.
iii. If there is a full Council present, the Members will draw straws, with the person drawing the long straw abstaining from voting at the next round. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate. iv. The Council votes, with the applicant receiving the highest number of votes being the winner. The City Clerk will announce the winner.

5) A Council Member makes a motion to appoint the applicant that received the highest number of votes. The Council has the opportunity to vote unanimously to appoint the applicant using the Council Chambers electronic voting equipment.

City of Santa Clara
Agenda Report
1500 Warburton Avenue
Santa Clara, CA 95050
santaclaraca.gov
@SantaClaraCity
25-632 Agenda Date: 6/3/2025

REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT
Action to Conduct Applicant Interviews and Appoint Two Applicants to the Cultural Commission to Serve One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2028, and One Full Term Ending June 30, 2029

BACKGROUND
At the March 11, 2025, City Council meeting, Council declared two vacancies on the Cultural Commission for one partial term ending June 30, 2028, and one full term ending June 20, 2029.

Advertising of the vacancy was done via the City’s website, and social media outlets. The City Clerk’s Office also emailed vacancy notification to all parties listed on the email vacancy interest list.

DISCUSSION
The City Clerk’s Office held a recruitment for six weeks and received six (6) applications by the March 25, 2025, 5:00 p.m. application deadline.

A past practice has been that upon appointment to fill a vacancy, the City Council may choose to establish an eligibility list with an applicant(s) of their choice for six months should a vacancy arise.

The City Clerk’s Office proceeds with the recruitment/interview process with the following candidates:

1. Kuku Das

2. Vamsi Gunda*

3. Aisha Othman**

4. Charles Pontious

5. Esther Rubin
*Has applied to multiple Commissions (BPAC, Historical & Landmarks Commission and Parks & Recreation Commission)
**Has applied to Historical & Landmarks Commission
Each candidate meets the requirement of being a resident of the City of Santa Clara and have submitted proof of residency.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The action being considered does not constitute a “project” within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378(a) as it has no potential for resulting in either a direct physical change in the environment, or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT
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There is no additional cost to the City other than administrative staff time and expense.

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 [email protected] or at the public information desk at any City of Santa Clara public library.

RECOMMENDATION

1. Appoint two Applicants to the Cultural Commission, one to Serve One Partial Term Ending June 30, 2028, and one to Serve One Full Term Ending June 30, 2029; and

2. Establish an Eligibility List for Six Months should a Vacancy Occur Reviewed by: Nora Pimentel, Assistant City Clerk
Approved by: Jovan D. Grogan, City Manager

ATTACHMENTS

1. Applications

2. Voting Guidelines
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Address*
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Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Comrrission, including \'\Mt specific objectives you IM)Uld be working toward as a member of this advisory board:

I've been livirYJ in the bay area for over 34 years including living in the beautiful city of Santa Clara for over 25 years. I'm involved in many organizations that work towards supporting community. arts and culture. My goal will be to promo te cultural diversity, foster comm1.11ity. engagement by bringing community together through cultural events, festivals and initiatives. I'd like to use my experience to make a posit ive impact on the community by pr?moti~ arts. culture and inclusivity.

Additional lnfonnation
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nta Clara. CA I I 1 -----■ Ms Kul<u Das has been a successtul entrepreneur, community leader and cultural ambassador ot Odisha, India not only in the Bay Nea, California, but for much of the U.S. for more than three decades . Additionally, she is the creative brain behind establishing the organization · international Gurukul (1Gurukul) which is known as the center for excellen::e in learning and human development. She has been instrumental in propagating Odia language (Co-founded Chala Ame Odia Sikhiba/ Let's Learn Odia ), drama, and culture in Bay Area California. She has developed a curriculum for the Odia Language class at iGurtJ(ul which helps teach Odia in an interesting way for both adults and children. She has written. directed and acted in numerous plays for kids and adults. Sile also excels as a costume and set de-signer with her creative ideas and immense knowledge about Odia culture and history. She is not only an active member of tile Bay Area Odia community but also a commendable contributor to the Odisha Society of Americas. She has served twice as the cultural chair at OSA Annual Conventions, Convener of 2010 OSA Convention (San Francisco),Vice President of OSA. and President of OSA(2019-2021 ). She was Instrumental In leading ''Let's Learn Odia movement at the OSA national level and with her advocacy OSA has introduced the Odla Vocabulary ard Speech contest during both the annual convention and chapter level events. She's the proctucer of the Odla radio program for the first time in Galifornia known as 'Aame Odia' which has been airing since 2018.

She has more than 25 years of combined experience in public. private. and non-profit organizations in the areas of teaching, leadership, community building, event management, and fundralsing. She has received several awards including the OSA Service Leadership Award (2010 & 2014), Odisha Living Legend Award , Amari Bhasa Pathe Samman. Lions Club International Entrepreneur Award. Kalashree Award , OSA, USA 2018 (for promoting Odia language and culture in a foreign diaspora ) Shrestha Odiani 2019, Mahaka Mo Matira Samman. Aarya Award 2022, OSA Community Leadership Award in the year 2022, and OSA's highest honor Distinguished Odia Award , OSA, USA in 2023.

She has served as the president of OSA, The Odisha Society Of The Americas from 2019-21.

She was the convener and successfully hosted The Global Odia Mahotsav. a two days online event in December 2020. where Odias from around forty countries united to celebrate Odisha.

Global Odia Mahotsav 2020 was a commemoration of Odias around the world to celebrate the rich culture. heritage and develop synergy to build Brand Odisha. This Lwo-days event had various seminars, cultural functions with participation of eminent Odia personalities.

Currently, she is serving as the CEO of iGurukul Inc. USA ·The unhindered mission iGurukul has always been to enhance inner potential, synergy, empowerment , creativity, and above all else, foster personal excellence among children, youth and ramifies. iGurukul works as a finishing school with a special foCLIS on developing emotional. social and spiritual quotients. Synergy ard Empowerment is her mantra.

She's also a member of Asoociation of lndo Americans and a part of the cultural team_. _ __ __, Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with any 0-ganizatior\/ Employment that rright be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to ttlis position? No
Abstaining from Votes
City poRcy directs all advisory body members not to \Ole on matters ..wiere lhere eldsts a potential confl ict of interest Woukl you be wiling to abstlin from I.Oling if such a conflict arises?
Yes
Signature and Acl<nowledgement
Signature
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Date
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Application for Cultural Commission, Historical & Landmark Commission and Senior Advisory Comm ission
Position
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Personal Information
Name*
L Anurag Dixit
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) r. Yes
Address *
Street Address
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Postal / Zip Code
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Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 *
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Email*
Primary Phone Number*
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Additional Information
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Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Conmission/ Committee?* No
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Travel interests and experience gave me a better perspective of life.

Willing to contribute and enhance CoSC Cultural charter - both from national and global perspect ive.

Additional Information
Any other Information lM'lich you feel 1'.00ld be useful lo the City Council in reviewing your application:

Conflict of Interests
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Abstaining from Votes
City poficy directs all advisory body members not to wte on matters v.tiere there ellists a potential conffict of interest Would you be IM!Ung to abstain from .oting if such a conflict arises?
Yes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
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Date
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Name*
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Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
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Any other information v.tlich you feel 1<.0uld be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application:

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated v,.ith any Organizaijon/Employment that night be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? No
Abstaining from Votes
City policy directs all adlAsory body members not to -.ote on matters \\tlere there exists a potential conflict of interest Would you be v.illing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
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Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
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Date
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Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
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Name*
I Aisha Othman
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of sanla clara at time of application) r. Yes
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
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r No
City State / Province I Region
Santa Clara ' CA
Postal/ Zip c_ooe______ _ _ Country
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Primary Phone Number*
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Hgh School, College, Professional. Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject I Lincoln Law School, San Jose, CA 7 Ju-is Doctor
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Please state reasons why you want to become a merrt>er of this Cormission, including what specific objectives you 'M>Uld be working toward as a member of this advisory board:

I am deeply passionate about cultural preservation, diversity. and cross-cullurat exchange, and I believe that serving as a Commissioner on the Cultural Commission will allow me to contribute meaningfully to fostering a more inclusive and vibrant cultural landscape. As someone of Chinese and Malaysian heritage who has traveled extensively around the world , I have gained a global perspective on how cultures shape communities. inspire creativity. and promote mutual understanding.

My objective as a member of this advisory board would be to:

1. Promote Cultural Diversity and Representation - Advocate for programming and initiatives that highlight the rich cultural traditions of diverse communities, ensuring that all voices and heritage are represented.

2. Strengthen Cross-Cult ural Engagement - Encourage cultural exchanges, collaborations, and events that bring different communities together, fostering deeper appreciation and understanding.

3. Support Arts and Cultural Programs - Work toward expanding opportunities for artists, performers, and cultural practitioners to showcase their work, ensuring accessibility to cultural resources for all.

4. Preserve and Celebrate Heritage - Support efforts lo document, preserve, and educate the public about cultural traditions, ensuring that future generations can connect with their roots.

5. Enhance Global Connections - Leverage my international experiences to bring global cultural perspectives into local initiatives, making the community a hub for diverse cultural interactions.

Through my background and experiences, I hope to bring a fresh, globally informed perspective to the commission while honoring the traditions and stories that make our community unique. I am eal;ler to contribute my knowledge, experience, and passion for cultural advocacy to help shape policies and initiatives that celebrate diversity, foster unity, and enrich the cultural fabric of our . society.

Additional lnf-ormation
Any other information v.nch you feel would be useful to the City Council in rel.ie>Mng your application:

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated Y<ith any OrganizaUon/Employment that mght be deemed a confLict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to lhis position? ! No
Abstaining from Votes
City policy directs all ad.-isory body members not to \Qte on matters ~re there e.xists a potential conflict of interesl Would you be v.ilfing to abs1ain from voting if such a conflict arises?
I Yes
S1grature and Acknowledgement
Signature
By clicking submit you are confirming that you are the person isled in this application , and that all information pr0'1ded is u-uthful and correct All information pro,ided will be public information.

Date
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(___~~ ;i ~~i~r~l~ra Appl ication for Cultural Commission , Historical & Landmark Commission and Senior Advisory Commission
Position
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
I Cultural Commission
Personal Information
Name*
I Charles Pontious
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) r: Yes
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City
r No
State I Province/ Region
[ santa Cla~
Postal / Zip Code
f 95050-5200
j CA
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 *
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Attachment 2 *
Charles CA Drivers License.par
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
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Secondary Phone Number
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Additional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Conwnlsslon/ Committee?* Yes
Work Ex.oerrence
Present Employer*
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Jobrdle *
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Santa Clara County - June 2009 to December I
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Behavioral Health Board, Vice Chair
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South Bay Guitar Society (a
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Old Quad Residents Association
Position Held
SBGS - Member of Community
Engagement Team
tigh School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject From Date
11,1,2020
I Galifornia State University, Sacr~rto l
Special awards or recognition received
, Applied Music, Classical Guitar
Santa Clara County Behavioral Health Community Hero, 2021 District 5 Holiday Decoration 1st place winner, 2024
Reasons
Date
i 12I1I2020
To Date
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Degree Dates /
Anticipated Graduation
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Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Commssion, including what specific objectives you IM>Uld be working to.vard as a membef of this advis()()' board:

I am oow retired and I would like to contribute to my community. I have an strong interest in the arts, especially music, painting and sculpture. I have a hobby of studying languages and am interested in the peoples and cultures of variolls countries. I have traveled to many countries and have dual citizenship in Italy.

I would like to explore with the City Council removing restrictions which make live music impractical for bars and restaurants in the City.

Additional Information
Any other information which you feel oould be useful to the City Council in reviewing your appication:

I regularly perform and my clients include 4 Senior Living Facilities. I would like to see more concerts and programs al out Senior Center for the benefit of our community possibly connecting with other cultural organizations such as the SBGS to help organize.

I have attended Dancing in the Streets most years since it's inception.

I currently study Italian, Spanish, Mandarin. Vietnamese. French, and German. I nave studied Japanese in the past.

Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with any Organization/E"1)1oymeot that rright be deemed a confict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? [ t-b
Abstaining from Votes
City poicy directs all acMsory body members not to \Ole on matters 'Mlere there e»sts a potential conflict of interest Would you be wilring to abstain from -.oting if such a conflict arises?
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Signature and Acknowledgement
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( ;_- _) ~:xt~fClara Application for Cultural Com m ission, Histo rical & Landmark Commission and Senior Advisory Comm iss ion
Pos,tior
Board/Commisslon/Commttee Applying For*
I Cultural Commission
Name*
I Esther Rubin
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of 1he city of santa clara at time of application) r. Yes
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
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City State / Province/ Region
~ nta Clara lcA
Postal / Zip Code Country
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Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 *
Esther R_Proof of Residence 1.pdf
Attachment 2 *
Esther R._Proof of Residence 2.pdf
Emaff*
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Prima.ry Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
Additional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Corrmission/ Conwnittee?* No
Work Experience
Present Employer*
j Worldshakers Internat ional LLC
Jobrdle *
I CEO and Founder
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Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Government Position/ Office Held: Date
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Hgh School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject ! PhD lntercultural Communication
Special awards or recognition received
I have received many scholarships while pursuing higher education. I was one of the very few PhD students who received the Vice-Chancellor's commendation at Macquarie University, Australia.

Reasons
Degree Dates/
Anticipated Graduation
14/13/20 16
Please state reasons Ykly you want to become a member of lhis ComJTisslon. including 'Mlal specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory board:

I have spent many years sit.dying languages and cultures and hold a Ph.D. in International Studies. My research proje<:t is primarily in lifll!luistics, & intercultural communication. I'm an immigrant and have lived 1n different places and traveled extensively. I also hold 3 master's degrees (cross-cultural communication, linguistics, & MBA). I thought I should give this opportu,ity a shot as I'm interested in both learning from lte community and contributing my insights, ideas and advice to roster multiculturalism and multilingualism which 1s in line with the diversity in ethnicities, languages and cultures we see in Santa Oara .

Additional Information
Any other information v.t1ich you feel 'MJUld be useful to the City Council in relliewl,:ig your application:
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I have spent many years studying languages and cultures and hold a Ph.D. in International Studies. My research project is primarily ,n linguistics, & intercultural communication. I'm an immigrant and have lived in different places and traveled extensively. I also hold 3 master's degrees (cross-cultural communication, linguistics. & MBA} and a Bachelor of Arts in English. I thought I should give this opportunity a shot as I'm interested in both learning from the community and contributing my insights. ideas ard advice to foster multiculturalism and multliingualism which is in line with the diversity in ethnicities, languages and cultures we see in Santa Oara .

Conflict of Interests
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Are you associated with any O-ganization/Efl1)1oyment that night be deemed a con1lict of interest in perfoming your duties if appointed to this position? Abstaining from Votes
City policy direc1S an adl.isory body members not to 1.0te on matters 11mere there elCists a potential conflict of interest. Woold you be v,;11ng to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
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Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
By clicking subrri t you are confirJTing that you are ltle person listed in this application, and that all inf<Xmation pro1,1ded is !ruthfui and correct All inforrration provided will be public information.

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CITY OF SANTA CLARA

VOTING GUIDELINES FOR THE APPOINTMENT

OF APPLICANTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

1) Council is given a copy of the applications in their weekly packet to review and consider applicant qualifications.

2) Council interviews applicant. Interviews are held at a City Council Meeting for the Planning Commission and Civil Service Commission. Interviews are held in a less formal area of City Hall for all other Boards and Commissions.

A) Each applicant is given three (3) minutes for an opening statement. The applicant may respond to questions from the Council. The applicant has one (1) minute for a closing statement.

3) Council votes for applicants:

A) If there are four (4) or fewer applicants the Council will cast one vote each for their desired appointee.

B) If there are five (5) or more applicants, the Council will cast one vote each for their two desired appointees. Only one vote per applicant is allowed.

A Councilmember may choose to vote for only one applicant but will relinquish the other vote.

4) The votes are tallied:

A) If there are four (4) or fewer applicants the Clerk will announce the winner.
i. If there is a tie, there will be 3 re-votes for the Council to reconsider the applicants. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate between each round of re-voting.
ii. If there is still a tie and there is not a full Council present, the Council will defer the decision until a full Council is present, and re-interview the top two applicants.
iii. If there is a full Council present, the Members will draw straws, with the person drawing the long straw abstaining from voting at the next round. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate. iv. The Council votes, with the applicant receiving the highest number of votes being the winner. The City Clerk will announce the winner.

B) If there are five (5) or more applicants, the Clerk will announce the two applicants who received the highest number of votes. The Council then has an opportunity to deliberate regarding the remaining two applicants.

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The Council will then cast one vote each for their desired appointee. The City Clerk will announce the winner.
i. If there is a tie, there will be 3 re-votes for the Council to reconsider the applicants. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate between each round of re-voting.
ii. If there is still a tie and there is not a full Council present, the Council will defer the decision until a full Council is present, and re-interview the top two applicants.
iii. If there is a full Council present, the Members will draw straws, with the person drawing the long straw abstaining from voting at the next round. The Council has the opportunity to deliberate. iv. The Council votes, with the applicant receiving the highest number of votes being the winner. The City Clerk will announce the winner.

5) A Council Member makes a motion to appoint the applicant that received the highest number of votes. The Council has the opportunity to vote unanimously to appoint the applicant using the Council Chambers electronic voting equipment.