City of Application for Cultural Commission, Historical &, Landmark Commission and Sehior Advisor Santa Clara
Commission
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For* 2026 MAR 2
Cultural Commission
ersonal Information
Name* AMIO: 03
Sandip Bhattacharya
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
(Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) • Yes r No
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Santa Clara CA
Postal / Zip Code Country
95051 USA
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1*
lease pdf 4.09MB
Attachment 2*
Doct. pdf 1.89MB
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
dditional information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Committee?* No
Wonk Expetience
Present Employer*
none
Job Title*
NA
Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Government Position/ Office Held: Date
NA
Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged Civic or Charitable Organization Position Held From Date To Date NA
High School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject egree Dates nticipated Graduatic
Special awards or recognition received
Reasons
Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Commission, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory board:
Additional Information
Any other information which you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application:
Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with any Organization/Employment that might be deemed a conflict of interest in performing your duties if appointed to this position? Abstaining from Votes
City policy directs all advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest. Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
By clicking submit you are confirming that you are the person listed in this application, and that all information provided is truthful and correct. All information provided will be public information.
Sandip Bhattacha rea
Date
3/20/2026
City of Application for Cultural Commission. Historical 8 Landmark Commissioh and Senior Advisor tã Clara
The Conceit whars howle
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
Cultural Commission
ersonal Information
Name* RECEIVED
Ana Vargas-Smith
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?* MAR t 6 2026 2,5%. (Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) City Clerk's Office
G Yes r No
City of Santa Clara
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Santa Clara CA
Postal / Zp Code Country
95051 USA
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1*
AVS billing pDF.pdf 665. 83KB
Attachment 2*
AVS PDF.pdf 1.26MB
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
dițional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Committee?* Yes
Vork Experience
Present Employer*
Eggs by the Bay Retail Shop
Job Title*
Owner/Partner
Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with 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 policy directs all advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
Yes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
By clicking submit you are confirming that you are the person listed in this application, and that all information provided is truthful and correct All information provided will be public information.
tra Vargas-britt
Date
3/14/2026
City of Application for Oultural Commission, Historical & Landmark Commission and Seniar Advisory Santa Clara
Commission
sition
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
Culturai Commission
Personal Information
Name* 6-88i SINES
Kumar Viswanathan
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?*
AM 6:25
(Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) • Yes r No
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Santa Clara CA
Postal / Zp Code Country
95051 USA
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1*
US_Latest_DL pof 313.51KB
Attachment 2*
Santa Clara Utility Bill Kumar Viswanathan.paf 93 66KB
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
Additional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Committee?* No
Work Experience
Present Employer*
Independant IT Consulting
Job Title*
Independant IT Consulting Manager
Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Government Position/ Office Held: Date
Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged Civic or Charitable Organization Position Held From Date To Date High School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject Degree Dates/ Anticipated Graduation
MBA - Bharathidasan University Business Administration & Management 7/20/2000 Bachelor of Technology - Anna University Electronics Engineering 7/19/1995 Special awards or recognition received
Rewarded several times as top performer in Accenture, wherein I served as aManaging Director for ~9 years
Reasons
Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Commission, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory board:
would like to be a volunteer in the Santa Clara Cultural Commission, helping the City Counci enhance community life by promoting multicultural experiences, public art, and local events Additional Information
Any other information which you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application:
I have nearly 28+ years of professional experience across the globe and 20+ years of leadership experience, advising corporate on matters pertaining to technology and people needs. I had been a member of the Silicon Valley Leadership group, advising the group and the State of CA on matters pertaining to the development needs of the state.
Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with 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 policy directs all advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest. Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
Yes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
By clicking submit you are confirming that you are the person listed in this application, and that all information provided is truthful and correct. All information provided will be public information.
Kamar Qismanathan
Date
3/7/2026
City of Application for Cultural Commission, Historical & Landmark Commission and Senior Advisory Santa Clara
Board/Commission/Committee Applying For*
Cultural Commission
ersonál Informi
ALCEIVED
Name*
Shawn Williams
Are you a resident of the City of Santa Clara?* City Clerk's Office MAR 2.0 2026 2:25 pm (Must be a resident of the city of santa clara at time of application) r Yes r No City of Santa Clara
Address*
Street Address
Address Line 2
City State / Province / Region
Santa Clara CA
Postal / Zip Code Country
95051 USA
Provide two forms of Proof of Residency in the City of Santa Clara Attachment 1*
s-williams-proof.pof 6.63MB
Attachment 2*
s-williams-proof.pdf 6.63MB
Email*
Primary Phone Number*
Secondary Phone Number
Additional Information
Have you attended a meeting of this Board/ Commission/ Committee?* No
Vork Experience
Present Employer*
Self Employed
Job Titte*
Vp- Co Owner Musik Ink Studios
Previous Government Bodies/ Elective Offices Applicant has served Goverment Position/ Office Held: Date
Santa Clara Planning Commision 2018ish Planning Commsioner 9/1/2018 Civic or Charitable Organizations to which Applicant has belonged Civic or Charitable Organization Position Held From Date To Date High School, College, Professional, Vocational Schools attended High School, College, Professional, Vocational School Major Subject Degreed Graduation Wilcox High School General Ed 6/12/1992
Special awards or recognition received
Best New Talent : Theatre - Creator and 1st Mascot : Wilcox Chargers Football - Prom King Nominee.
Reasons
Please state reasons why you want to become a member of this Commission, including what specific objectives you would be working toward as a member of this advisory board:
n Santa Clara. As a loca business owner. musician, and creative.
Storytelling, art and shared cultural experiences can create connection, opportunity, and pride want to serve on the Cultural Commission to help expand access to the arts, support loca ists and creators and develop inclusive events that reflect the diversity of Santa Clara. M objective is to contribute to programs that inspire youth, highlight local talent, and create more spaces where the community can engage with creativity in meaningful ways.
I believe my hands-on experience in building creative platforms and fostering community engagement would allow me to bring a practical, energetic, and collaborative perspective to the Advisory Board.
Additional Information
Any other information which you feel would be useful to the City Council in reviewing your application:
bring a unique combination of creativity, community involvement, and real-world experience as cal business owner and musician. Through my work with Musik Ink Studios and my podcas eaturing local artists, I've had the opportunity to connect with a diverse range of voices acros Santa Clara and the greater South Bay. These experiences have given me insight into how art culture, and community intersect in meaningful ways.
vibrant and culturally rich community.
Conflict of Interests
Are you associated with 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 policy directs all advisory body members not to vote on matters where there exists a potential conflict of interest Would you be willing to abstain from voting if such a conflict arises?
Yes
Signature and Acknowledgement
Signature
y clicking submit you are confirming that you are the person listed in this application, and that all information provided is truthful and correct All informatic rovided will be public informatio
Stan P. Williand
Date
3/20/2026