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Comm iss ion
Pos1t1on
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
I Senior Advisory Commission
Personal Information
Name*
I Rick Andrews
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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City State I PrOllince I Region
i Santa Clara 1 [cA
Postal I Zip Code Country
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Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 •
M/ UifitieS Account Bill Analy,Br pdl
Altachmentz *
Rick-Andrews ( 1 ).pdf
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
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Secondary Phone Number
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Additional Information
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Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Committee?• Yes
Work Experience
Present Employer*
Retired
Job Title*
Retired
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Degree Oates I
Anticipated Graduation
Please state reasons 'M'IY you want to become a member of this Corrurission. including 'M'lat specific objectives you oould be working toward as a member of this adlllsory board:
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
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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
( ~• ) ~1tJt~fClara Application for Cultural Commission, Histori cal & Landmark Commission and Senior Advisory Comm ission
Pos1t1on
Boaro/Commission/Committee Applying For*
Name*
----------------------[Kris Kishor Kapadia
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of santa ctara at lim:! of application) r: Yes r- No
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
I Santa Clara
Postal / Zip Code
CA
Country
195050 __ __,' I USA
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 *
Senior Advisory Electric Bill _20250424 _0001 .pdf
Attachment 2*
Senior Advisory Real 10 _20250424 _0001.pdf
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
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Secondary Phone Number
Additional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Convnittee?* [ Yes __ _
Work Experience
Present Employer*
I SELF EMPLOYED - ENGINEER ENTREPRENEUR
Job Title*
CEO
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Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Govemment PositiOn/ Office Held:
SENIOR CENTER SANTA CL.ARA AND
SANTA CLARA PARKS AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
I VOLUNTEER IN VARIOUS CAPACITY
Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged Civic or Charitable Organization
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Santa Clara Senior Center Red
Cross, CSix, National Public Radio
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KQED, TiE Santa Clara. Self
ealization Fellowship, Santa Clara
arks and Recreation.
Position Held
All positions are as a volunteer in
various capacity.
High School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject From Date
[ 1/5/2008
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
J 7/12/2023
To Date
(4124/2025
Degree Dates /
Anticipated Graduation
@I5t1973 ~
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
Signature
By clicklng submt you are confiming that you are the person fisted in this application, and that all information pro-.ided is truthful and correct. All information pro1,1ded will be public information.
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('~7') City of Applica tion for Cultural Commission , Historic al & Landm ark Commis sion and Senior Advi sory ~ '.} Santa Cla ra
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Comm ission
Position
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
I Senior Advisory Commission -----------
Personal lrforma tton
I Rebecca J Se_l_de_n ________________ _
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) c: Yes
Address"
Slreet Address
Address Line 2
r No
City State I PrOllince / Region
Postal / Zlp Code
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 •
2025-04-25 senior actviwry license.pdf
Attachment2*
2025-04-25 Santa Clara senior advisory pdf
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
Additional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Comnission/ Conmittee? • 1 unsure
Work Experience
Present Employer*
I Donata Realty
Job Title*
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Country
Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served 637.33KB
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Government Position/ Office Held:
Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged Civic or Charitable Organization Position Held
Local Government Relations
Committee
I Committee Member
Hgh School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject I Mountain View High I ! General
I College of San Mateo 7 Cosmetology
l_yvest Valley Community College I Business
I Indiana Wes!e--'y'-a_n ________ __,I Business
Special awards or recognition received
From Date
I 4/25/2025
I Soroptimist Recipient ----------------------~
Reasons
Date
To Date
Degree Dates/
Anticipated Graduation
1611011988
I 61111990
1 s12112oos
Please state reasons v.kly you want to become a member of this Comrrission. including Mlal specific cbjectives you 'Mlllld be ..wrking toward as a rnerrber of this adllisory board:
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
By cficking subnit you are confirrring that you are the person listed In this appication. and that all Information prmi ded is truthful and correct PJ inforrmtion provided v.111 be public information.
1/e!Jecca J Se/de;,
Date
I 4/25/2025
' b,_) ~:xt~fClara Application for Cultural Commission, Historical & Landmark Comm ission and Senior Advisory ,_,..- u.-,·,p•••··•""•"'""'' ...
Commission
Posmon
Board/Commission/Col'TVTlittee Applying For*
Name *
J Alma Soto
Are you a resident of 1he City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) r. Yes
Address"'
Street Address
r No
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Address Line 2
State I Province/ Region
I Santa Clara CA
Postal I Zip Code Country
L..I 9_50_5_1 ____________ ____,I I USA
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 *
Alma ID.pd!
Attachment 2 *
Alma SVP Bill.pelf
Email*
Primary Phone Number *
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Secondary Phone Number
Add1t1onal Information
Have you attended a meeting of 1his Board/ Commission/ Committee?* Yes
Work Experience
Present Employer*
Heart of the Valley Services for Seniors, Inc.
Job Title*
I Executive Director
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Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Govemment Position/Office Held:
Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged Civic 01' Charitable Organization Position Held
Hgh School, College, Professional, Vocational Sctoo ls attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject I Gal State East Bay I MBA
Special awards or recognition received
I Master of Business Administration
Reasons
From Date
c::=
Date
To Date
Degree Dates/
Anticipated Graduation
I 6/28/2013 7
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?
Yes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
By clicking subrrit you are confirmng that you are the person listed in this application, and that all information pro\ided is lruthful and correct A! information provided will be public inforrration.
Date
4/4/2025
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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
----Address Line 2
r No
City State I Province I Region
I Santa Clara CA
Postal / Zip Code Country
~19_50_5_0 __ -_-_-_-_________ __,] [ USA ----~
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1 *
residency.pd!
Attachment 2*
residency (1 ),pdr
Email"
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Primary Phone Number*
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Secondary Phone Number
Add1llonal Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Committee?* No
Werk Experience
Present Employer*
I Santa Clara Unified School District
Job Title*
Teacher
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Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Government Position/ Office Hetd:
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Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged Civic or Charitable Organization Position Held From Date [ U"lited Teachers of Santa Clara =i [ President 11/6/2020 Hgh School, College, Professional, Vocational Scmols attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject ~ ta Oara University --- 1 I EdD, Social Justice Leadership I San Jose State University I MA, Education
I California State UniVersity, Chico I BA, Social Science I Yuba College I AA, Social Scierce
Special awards or recognition received
Nominated for City of Sunnyvale Teacher of the Year 2024 Reasons
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Date
To Date
Degree Oates/
Anticipated Graduation
[ 5/28/2027
[ 5126/1995
[ 5128/1993
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