MD County Bans Smoking in Public Parks [08/13-4]
Excerpts from: Anne Arundel Passes Park Antismoking Ban Starting In September,
You Can't Smoke At County Parks
WBAL-TV
[07/16/03]
Regulations against smoking are found in public buildings, restaurants and bars.
But now in Anne Arundel County, officials have banned smoking outdoors in public
parks.
WBAL-TV 11 News reporter Rob Roblin reported that more than 60,000 young people
attend events at parks in Anne Arundel County. The tobacco ban means that smokeless
tobacco is prohibited. All this is an effort to keep tobacco products away from
children, Roblin said.
Under the ban that takes effect Sept. 1, smoking is prohibited within 100 yards
of any organized children's activities. All tobacco products will be banned
at playgrounds, concession stands and restrooms, Roblin reported.
"I coach baseball and us coaches, anytime we're around the players, none
of the coaches smoke, even if they do smoke, just to set that example,"
smoking ban supporter Dean Randolph said.
"I'm definitely for it because I don't see the reason why people have
to smoke near kids' activities," smoking ban supporter Tricia Hurlbutt
said.
Violators who are caught breaking the law will be given a leaflet (pictured, left)
that explains the ban. But if the violator continues to smoke, they could be banned
form park, Roblin reported.
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