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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-082 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROPRIATING A $100,000 SMART GROWTH INCENTIVE PROGRAM PLANNING GRANT TO THE TRANSNET FUND FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE HEALTHY CHULA VISTA INITIATIVE (4/5 VOTE REQUIRED)
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
The Chula Vista City Council reiterated the importance of creating a healthy community, in terms of active lifestyles and environmental protection, in adopting the Chula Vista Strategic Plan in 2013. To support this effort, staff identified the need to develop a more comprehensive healthy communities plan, now being called the "Healthy Chula Vista" initiative, and submitted a $100,000 grant application to San Diego Association of Governments' Smart Growth Incentive Program. As a result, the City of Chula Vista was awarded a two-year grant to create a Healthy Chula Vista Action Plan and to begin integrating healthy community concepts into planning and design documents.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Development Services Director has reviewed the proposed activity for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and has determined that the appropriation of grant funds is not a "Project" as defined under section 15378(b)(4) of the State CEQA Guidelines because it involves a governmental fiscal activity which will not result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment. Therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(C)(3) of the State CEQA Guideline the activity is not subject to CEQA.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Not Applicable
DISCUSSION
Jurisdictions are becoming increasingly aware that cities play a critical role in supporting the health and well-being of their communities. Factors contributing to a community's health can include walkable neighborhoods, quality parks and open space areas, efficient transportation, and safe, clean environments. As such, the Chula Vista City Council ...
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