CC Resolution 10885
RESOLUTION NO. 10885
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF CAMPBELL
ADOPTING A HEALTHY CITY POLICY
WHEREAS, California is experiencing an epidemic of overweight, obesity, and
diabetes causing suffering, illness, and death for many Californians; and
WHEREAS, leaders in government have recognized the problems of overweight,
obesity, and diabetes and through an inclusive commitment can lead the City toward
increased physical activity and improved nutrition and wellness; and
WHEREAS, data on overweight, obesity, and diabetes for Santa Clara County
substantiates the need for action; and
WHEREAS, the City of Campbell has opportunities to positively affect the health of
residents through the built environment, creation and sustainability of green spaces, policy
development, and programs in local communities; and
WHEREAS, workplaces can improve productivity, promote health, and reduce
liability costs by making available healthy food service and vending choices, increasing
access to safe stairways, encouraging bicycling and walking for commuters, and
implementing policy development and programs related to employee health.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Campbell, to encourage promotion of health awareness, development of workplace health
and wellness policy and practice, and access to recreation and physical activity for all
residents.
PASSSED and ADOPTED this eighteenth day of March 2008 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers: Furtado, Kennedy, Low, Burr
NOES: Councilmembers: None
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
Hernandez
APPROVED:
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Donald R. Burr, Mayor
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ATTEST:
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Anne Bybee, City Clerk