This chapter is enacted pursuant to the authority granted by section 66477 of the California Government Code which authorizes a city to require the dedication of land for park and recreation facilities or payment of in lieu fees incident to and as a condition of approval of a tentative tract map or tentative parcel map for certain subdivisions. The purpose and intent of this chapter is to implement the general plan, the parks master plan, and any specific or other plan in requiring the dedication of land for park and recreation purposes. The purpose and intent of this chapter is also to ensure the adequate provision of park and recreation facilities to meet the needs of neighborhood residents for both active and passive recreational functions. (Ord. 254, 12-16-2014)