File #: 18-0966    Version: 1 Name: Resolution #8-R-18 Smoking in Parks
Type: Report Action Item Status: Passed
File created: 6/27/2018 In control: Parks and Recreation Committee
On agenda: 7/9/2018 Final action: 7/18/2018
Title: Resolution #8-R-18 Smoking in Parks- Playground Equipment Submitted by: Rachel Raasch, District 6; Joe Martin, District 4 Date: June 20, 2018 Referred to: Parks & Recreation Committee Whereas the City of Appleton has adopted a “Health in All” Policy and; Whereas second hand exposure to cigarette smoke and vapor has been proven to carry health risks, particularly for children and; Whereas the City of Appleton’s Municipal Code states “It shall be unlawful for any person to smoke or use tobacco products in the following outdoor areas: Within twenty (20) feet from all entry ways of City-owned buildings and structures.” Now therefore be it resolved to amend section 7-100(d) of the Municipal Code to include prohibiting smoking within twenty (20) feet of playground equipment located within City parks.

Title

Resolution #8-R-18 Smoking in Parks- Playground Equipment

Submitted by: Rachel Raasch, District 6; Joe Martin, District 4
Date: June 20, 2018
Referred to: Parks & Recreation Committee

Whereas the City of Appleton has adopted a “Health in All” Policy and;

Whereas second hand exposure to cigarette smoke and vapor has been proven to carry health risks, particularly for children and;

Whereas the City of Appleton’s Municipal Code states “It shall be unlawful for any person to smoke or use tobacco products in the following outdoor areas: Within twenty (20) feet from all entry ways of City-owned buildings and structures.”

Now therefore be it resolved to amend section 7-100(d) of the Municipal Code to include prohibiting smoking within twenty (20) feet of playground equipment located within City parks.