HQL-2: Healthy Development Checklist
The City shall develop a checklist of health strategies that could be incorporated into the design of discretionary development projects and plans. The City shall share this resource with project applicants to help them design their projects to promote community health. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (RDR/PI)
Goals Implemented: HQL-2.1, HQL-5.2 HQL-5.3, HQL-6.5
HQL-10: Park Surveillance Program
The City shall develop and implement a park surveillance program to train citizens and neighborhood groups in the proper methods of park surveillance and how to coordinate with the Police Department to report safety issues and address neighborhood concerns. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (MPSP/IGC)
Goals Implemented: HQL-10.10
Responsible Department(s): Police
HQL-9: Park Dedication Incentives Program
The City shall develop an incentives program that encourages private development to dedicate parkland beyond the minimum requirements. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (RDR/MPSP/IGC)
Goals Implemented: HQL-10.12, HQL-10.13
Responsible Department(s): Development Services
HQL-8: Park Dedication Requirements and in-Lieu Fees
The City shall work with the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District to review and amend its ordinances (as necessary) to require sufficient park dedications or in-lieu fees to meet the parkland standards outlined in the General Plan. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (RDR/IGC)
Goals Implemented: HQL-10.12, HQL-10.13
HQL-7: Parks and Recreation Guidelines
The City shall work with Hayward Area Recreation and Park District to develop and adopt urban park guidelines that provide flexible solutions for developing urban parks in infill areas where traditional neighborhood and community parks are not feasible or appropriate. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (MPSP/IGC)
Goals Implemented: HQL-10.1, HQL-10.2, HQL-10.3, HQL-10.4
HQL-4: Senior Assistance Program
The City shall conduct a study to identify service assistance, grants, loans, and/or special concessions in permitting procedures to maintain or modify homes to meet the needs of aging senior residents. Based on findings from the study, the City shall prepare and submit recommendations to the City Council on types of services, financial assistance, or incentives the City can provide to help meet the housing needs of seniors. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (PSR)
Goals Implemented: HQL-6.4
HQL-3: Food Policy Task Force
The City shall work with Healthy Eating Active Living Cities Campaign (HEAL) to develop and maintain a task force to advance healthy food options within the city. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (IGC/PI)
Goals Implemented: HQL-3.1
HQL-1: Healthy Community Program
The City shall partner with local health officials, planners, nonprofit organizations, businesses, schools, hospitals, local health clinics, and community groups to conduct a study to identify strategies, programs, and practices that prioritize the overall health of Hayward residents and employees. Based on findings from the study, the City shall prepare and submit recommendations to the City Council on ways the City can prioritize community health and remove barriers to healthy living. [Source: New Program, City Staff] (PSR)
HAZ-14: Resilient Power
The City shall develop and support a plan of action targeting city-wide resilient power projects including critical facilities, a network of resilience hubs, and utility activities outlined in the Safety Element. [Source: New Program; City Staff] (CSO, IGC, JP, PI)
Goals Implemented: HAZ-6.2, HAZ-6.9, HAZ-8.4, HAZ-8.11

