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Law will ban smoking in city parks, playgrounds
Jump to full article: Cape Gazette (Lewes, DE), 2009-09-25
Author: Henry J. Evans Jr
Intro: Lewes Mayor and Council have approved an ordinance to ban smoking in city parks and playgrounds, but the panel is continuing to work on regulations that would restrict smoking on city beaches.
City officials hope the ordinance will reduce cigarette butt litter and create a smoke-free and healthier environment for residents and visitors to enjoy.
The panel approved the ordinance in a 3-1 vote at its Sept. 14 meeting.
Mayor Jim Ford, Councilman Ted Becker and Councilwoman Barbara Vaughan voted in favor of the measure. Councilwoman Stephanie Tsantes voted against it.
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