CA ACR106

Declares July 2012 as "Parks Make Life Better!" Month to recognize the importance of parks, trails, open space, and recreation facilities for California residents' health and development.

Cites 2009 research showing 98 percent of California households visit local parks and 50 percent participate in organized recreation programs annually.

References California's 2010 Obesity Prevention Plan noting that over 50 percent of adults and one in three teens are overweight or obese, with physical inactivity costs estimated at $41.2 billion in 2006.

Emphasizes that access to safe places for physical activity, such as swimming pools, skate parks, tennis courts, and nature centers, can reduce chronic health problems and help lower youth crime.

Endorses California's 10 Step Vision for a Healthy California calling for daily physical activity for all children and adults and communities that support walking, stair climbing, and bicycling.