REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Update on Actions Taken Related to Membership in the Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities (GNAFCC) (Information Only)
Report
BACKGROUND
On March 28, 2017, the City Council approved a study issue to explore the feasibility of obtaining age-friendly city designation from the World Health Organization's Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities and Communities (GNAFCC). This action was taken, in part, at the request of Santa Clara County to join a County-wide "Age-Friendly Silicon Valley" initiative which seeks to have all cities in the County apply for designation by July 2017. To receive this designation, a City must:
1. Develop a baseline assessment of age-friendliness in eight designated areas identified by the World Health Organization;
2. Develop a 3-year city-wide action plan based on the findings of the assessment; a minimum submission of one age-friendly practice per year is expected to maintain on-going membership in the network; and
3. Submit an application to the World Health Organization.
In support of the County's initiative and timeline, the actions listed above must be completed by June 30, 2017. The purpose of this report is to provide the Council with a status update on staff's efforts towards that goal.
EXISTING POLICY
Goal CV-1 Community Participation and Engagement
Goal LT-5 Effective, Safe, Pleasant and Convenient Transportation
Goal CC-12 Maximum Access to Recreation Services, Faculties and Amenities
Goal HE-5 Equal Housing Opportunities
Goal SN-3 Safe and Secure City
DISCUSSION
The County of Santa Clara has launched an initiative, "Age-Friendly Silicon Valley" with a goal of having all cities in the County becoming active members of the GNAFCC by June 30, 2017. An "age-friendly" city is defined as an inclusive and accessible community environment that optimizes opportunities for health, participation, and opportunities for all people so that quality of life and dignity are ensured as peopl...
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