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RESOLUTION NO. 13 A
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE TOWN OF LOS ALTOS HILLS SUPPORTING THE
PROMOTION OF HEALTH AWARENESS
WHEREAS, California is experiencing an epidemic of overweight, obesity,
and diabetes costing the State and County of Santa Clara financially and causing
suffering, illness, and death for many Californians; and
WHEREAS, leaders in all branches of government have recognized these
problems and through an inclusive commitment can lead the state 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 the Town of Los Altos Hills has opportunities to
positively affect the health of its residents through the creation and sustainability of green
spaces including its many bicycle, equestrian and pedestrian pathways and the promotion
of programs related to recreational activities for its residents and implementing policy
development and programs related to employee health.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the
Town of Los Altos Hills,that the City Council encourages the promotion of health
awareness by all branches and levels of government, collaborative action by interested
communities, initiatives and policy by school boards, development of workplace health
and wellness policy and practice, and access to recreation and physical activity for all
residents; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the Town of Los
Altos Hills does recognize that we are empowered to act as a role model for fitness,
physical activity,nutrition and wellness to the residents and employees of our Town.
Regularly passed and adopted this 9th day of Marc 006
By:
ayor
ATT ST
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City Clerk 411,