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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-01-27; City Council; Resolution 2026-029Exhibit 2 RESOLUTION NO. 2026-029 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 2025 WORK PLAN REPORT OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND APPROVING THE 2026 WORK PLAN FOR THE SENIOR COMMISSION WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California has determined that annual work plans ensure boards and commissions are working in line with the priorities of the City Council; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.15.020 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code (CMC) requires that each board or commission provide to the City Council for its approval an annual work plan of activities to be undertaken by the board or commission and a subsequent report of its accomplishments; and WHEREAS, the mission of the Senior Commission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that promotes wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life; and WHEREAS, Chapter 2.38.020 of the CMC details the composition of the Senior Commission; and WHEREAS, on Feb. 4, 2025, the City Council approved the 2025 work plan for the Senior Commission; and WHEREAS, the commission’s work plan report of accomplishments outlines the status of the 2025 work plan’s goals and tasks; and WHEREAS, staff assisted the commission in drafting a 2026 work plan that is consistent with the duties described in CMC Chapter 2.38.040; and WHEREAS, staff also included in the work plan selective support references from the Parks & Recreation Department’s Master Plan Update and from the Age Friendly Carlsbad Action Plan; and WHEREAS, at the regularly scheduled meeting on Oct. 23, 2025, the commission voted unanimously to accept the 2026 work plan and to recommend that the City Council approve it. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, California, as follows: 1.That the above recitations are true and correct. 2.The proposed action is not a “project” as defined by California Environmental Quality Act, or CEQA, Section 21065 and CEQA Guidelines Section 15378(b)(5) and does not require environment review under CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3) and 15061(b)(3), because the proposed action to accept the 2025 work plan report on accomplishments and to approve the 2026 work plan for the Senior Commission is an Jan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 11 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872 organizational or administrative government activity that does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. Any subsequent action or direction stemming from the proposed action may require preparation of an environmental document in accordance with CEQA or CEQA Guidelines. 3.That the City Council accepts the 2025 work plan report of accomplishments for the Senior Commission in Attachment A. 4.That the City Council approves the 2026 work plan for the Senior Commission in Attachment B. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Carlsbad on the 27th day of January, 2026, by the following vote, to wit: AYES: Blackburn, Bhat-Patel, Acosta, Burkholder, Shin. NAYS: None. ABSTAIN: None. ABSENT: None. ______________________________________ KEITH BLACKBURN, Mayor ______________________________________ SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk (SEAL) Jan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 12 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872 Se n i o r Co m m i s s i o n 20 2 5 Wo r k P l a n Ac c o m p l i s h m e n t s Th e Se n i o r Com m i s s i o n f o c u s e d o n t h e f o l l o w i n g 20 2 5 G oa l s a n d Tas k s : 1. De t e r m i n e t h e n e e d s o f a d u l t s 5 0 + TA S K ST A T U S CO M M E N T S / R E C O M M E N D AT I O N a. Co n t i n u e a n n u a l a s s e s s m e n t a n d f e e d b a c k lo o p Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n b. Us e i n f o r m a l f e e d b a c k r e c e i v e d f r o m s t a f f an d v o l u n t e e r s t h r o u g h o u t t h e y e a r Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n 2. Su p p o r t t h e C i t y o f C a r l s b a d A g e -Fr i e n d l y A c t i o n P l a n a. Pr o m o t e w i t h C i t y o f C a r l s b a d co m m u n i c a t i o n t o o l s Ac c o m p l i s h e d an d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n b. Al i g n w i t h i n t e r n a l a n d e x t e r n a l or g a n i z a t i o n s Ac c o m p l i s h e d an d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n 3. Cr e a t e A d u l t 5 0 + o p p o r t u n i t i e s a n d c o l l a b o r a t i o n s b e y o n d t h e S e n i o r C e n t e r , t h r o u g h : a. Pu b l i c s i t e s t o i n c l u d e p a r k s , c o m m u n i t y ce n t e r s a n d l i b r a r i e s Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n b. Pr i v a t e l o c a t i o n s s u c h a s t h e a t e r s a n d se n i o r l i v i n g c o m m u n i t i e s Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o n g o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n c. Ed u c a t i o n a l i n s t i t u t i o n s , h o s p i t a l s , n o n - pr o f i t s a n d o t h e r o r g a n i z a t i o n s Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o n g o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n 4. In c r e a s e s o c i a l i n c l u s i o n , e n h a n c e c o n n e c t i v i t y a n d m i n i m i z e i s o l a t i o n a. Fo s t e r t e c h n o l o g y f r i e n d l y e x p e r i e n c e s Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n Attachment A Jan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 13 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872 Se n i o r Co m m i s s i o n 20 2 5 Wo r k P l a n Ac c o m p l i s h m e n t s b. Of f e r i n t e r g e n e r a t i o n a l p r o g r a m s Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n c. In c r e a s e t r a n s p o r t a t i o n t o s e n i o r s e r v i c e s Ac c o m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n d. En h a n c e m a r k e t i n g a n d c o m m u n i c a t i o n o f re s o u r c e s t o a d u l t s 5 0 + Acco m p l i s h e d a n d r e c u r r i n g / o ng o i n g Th i s t a s k i s i n c l u d e d i n t h e u p d a t e d wo r k p l a n Jan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 14 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872 City of Carlsbad Senior Commission Work Plan 2026 I.Mission Statement The Mission of the Senior Commission is to champion an age-inclusive environment that promotes wellness, vitality and education that leads to a vibrant quality of life. II.Composition Consistent with Chapters 2.15 and 2.38 of the Carlsbad Municipal Code, the Senior Commission shall consist of five members appointed by the mayor with the approval of the City Council. Members shall serve four-year terms. The Senior Commission shall have the responsibility to make recommendations to the City Council and to advise the City Council on the special needs and concerns of seniors, including the creation, operation, maintenance, management and control of senior programs, activities and facilities. The Senior Commission shall be authorized to and may receive donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests made to the city or to the commission for or on behalf of the city, subject to approval by the City Council. All donations, gifts, legacies, endowments or bequests received by the commission shall be turned over to the city treasurer and shall be kept in a special fund to be designated as the Senior Fund. All moneys in the fund shall be used for promotion, supervision and operation of senior programs. No moneys in the fund shall be spent without prior City Council authorization. III.2026 Goals & Tasks The Senior Commission will focus on the following 2026 Goals and Tasks: (Goals identified in numerals; Tasks to accomplish those Goals identified in alphas) 1.Determine the needs of adults 50+ a.Continue annual assessment and feedback loop b.Use informal feedback received from staff and volunteers throughout the year 2023 -2030 PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE PARKS STRATEGIES Ongoing •Encourage community participation in reporting maintenance or safety concerns. •Review the potential for adding park amenities based on the levels of service recommendations. PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES Short Term = 0-3 Years •Assess current programs and facilities to identify barriers to accessibility and develop plans to address barriers (in support of project’s lead department: Risk Management) Attachment B Jan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 15 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872 2.Support the City of Carlsbad Age-Friendly Action Plan a.Promote with City of Carlsbad communication tools. b.Align with internal and external organizations. 2023 -2030 PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES Short Term = 0-3 Years •Explore partnerships with community organizations or individual volunteers to periodically provide additional maintenance support PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES Short Term = 0-3 Years •Expand program offerings outdoors, including fitness, etc. •Annually evaluate program lifecycles to ensure balance between different stages Ongoing •Continue to monitor program trends to ensure alignment with community needs AGE FRIENDLY CARLSBAD ACTION PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND ACTIONS Domain 1: Outdoor Spaces & Buildings Goals •Provide well-maintained and safe public spaces to all residents across all city- owned facilities. Domain 2: Social & Civic Participation Goals •Build on and expand opportunities for social participation for all ages •Build capacity for civic engagement, volunteerism and employment Domain 4: Health & Wellness Goals •Review current health conditions for Carlsbad populations to identify areas of concern •Provide health – related programs to expand upon the educational health resources available in Carlsbad Domain 5: Mobility Goals •Support safe mobility options in the City of Carlsbad for all ages and abilities •Provide information and education about transportation options 3.Create Adult 50+ opportunities and collaborations beyond the Senior Center, through: a.Public sites to include parks, community centers and libraries b.Private locations such as theaters and senior living communitiesJan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 16 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872 c. Universities, hospitals, nonprofits and other organizations 2023 -2030 PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES Short Term = 0-3 Years • Partner with local organizations that represent marginalized communities to receive input on program development Ongoing • Encourage feedback and open communication between the department and the community • Partner with healthcare organizations to provide health screenings and education to the community to the active adult population • Work with community organizations and local businesses to develop partnerships that can help provide or promote new programs and event offerings FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES Short Term = 0-3 Years • Consider revenue generation that includes corporate partnerships, sponsorships, foundations and/or naming rights opportunities • Identify potential grant opportunities & develop grant proposals to secure funding Ongoing • Partner with community organizations and businesses to provide additional funding for scholarships and discounted programs 4. Increase social inclusion, enhance connectivity and minimize isolation. a. Foster technology friendly experiences b. Offer intergenerational programs c. Increase transportation to senior services d. Enhance marketing and communication of resources to adults 50+ 2023 -2030 PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE PARKS STRATEGIES Ongoing • Ensure full ADA access at all parks, with a focus on most immediate needs MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS STRATEGIES Ongoing • Enhance pathway and parking lot lighting, and reduce energy consumption, by converting aging incandescent systems with modern LED systems PROGRAMS, EVENTS AND FACILITIES STRATEGIES Short Term = 0-3 Years • Offer multicultural programs that reflect the community's increasing diversity Jan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 17 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872 •Provide accommodations, such as sign language interpretation, to make programs and facilities more inclusive Ongoing •Utilize technology, including Augmented Reality, and Virtual Reality to enhance the program experience FUNDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES Ongoing •Annually review and adjust program, event and facility fees to ensure they are competitive to the market AGE FRIENDLY CARLSBAD ACTION PLAN GOALS & OBJECTIVES: SELECTIVE SUPPORT REFERENCE GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND ACTIONS Domain 2: Social & Civic Participation Goals •Build on and expand opportunities for social participation for all ages •Build capacity for civic engagement, volunteerism and employment Domain 5: Mobility Goals •Provide information and education about transportation options Jan. 27, 2026 Item #10 Page 18 of 18 Docusign Envelope ID: A4BFC40A-5149-4116-AAE8-44F8A3ADB872