HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-09-13; City Council; Resolution 2016-190EXHIBIT 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2016-190
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE SUPPORT OF THE CITY OF CARLSBAD OF THE
LIVE WELL SAN DIEGO INITIATIVE
WHEREAS,the health and well-being of citizens is the primary concern for the County of San
Diego and on July 13, 2010 the County of San Diego Board of Supervisors adopted the Live Well San
Diego initiative to achieve the County's vision of healthy, safe and thriving communities; and
WHEREAS,the "Live Well San Diego" initiative is a common thread that unites municipalities,
businesses, public and private entities, community members and other stakeholders toward a shared
vision of healthier, safe and more thriving communities; and
WHEREAS,the Carlsbad City Council adopted the community vision which aligns seamlessly
with the live well efforts presented by the County of San Diego; and
WHEREAS,Carlsbad has developed policies in a number of areas in support of community
wellness including, but not limited to, the adoption of an updated General Plan that incorporates a
mobility element supporting multi-modal transportation to maximize walkability,bikeability and
livability;the designation of "complete streets"with bicyclists,motorists,public transportation
vehicles, riders and pedestrians in mind; and
WHEREAS,the City of Carlsbad has nearly 50 miles of trails supporting a healthy and active
lifestyle while protecting and preserving open space for all residents to enjoy; and
WHEREAS,the city supports employee wellness through efforts like educational seminars,
employee assistance programs offered to all staff and their families, and the annual employee health
fair; and
WHEREAS,the city supports a thriving community based on continuously learning at every stage
with CityStuff, the Carlsbad Student Leader Academy, and the Citizens' Academy; and
WHEREAS,the City of Carlsbad will collaborate and share information with the County of San
Diego in support of the Live Well San Diego program.
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.That the City of Carlsbad joins the Live Well San Diego initiative.
EXHIBIT 1
PASSED,APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of
Carlsbad on the 13th day of September, 2016, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:Wood, Schumacher, Blackburn, Packard.
NOES:None.
ABSENT:Hall.
LORRAINE WOOD, Mayor Pro Tem
BARBARA ENGLESON, City Cle
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