New Jersey An Ordinance regarding use of Tobacco on City Property - Creating Offense and Providing Penalty for Violation of Ordinance - and Declaring an Emergency

• Category: Government - Ordinances and Codes
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-M-9681
• Format: Word; Rich Text

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This is a sample of Municipal Codes when dealing with an ordinance concerning tabacco use on city property, as well as creating an offense and penalty for violation of said ordinance. This may be used across the United States. New Jersey An Ordinance regarding use of Tobacco on City Property — Creating Offense and Providing Penalty for Violation of Ordinance — and Declaring an Emergency aims to regulate the usage of tobacco products on city-owned properties within New Jersey. This comprehensive legislation prohibits smoking and the use of tobacco products in designated areas, promoting a healthier and cleaner environment for residents and visitors alike. Under this ordinance, it is illegal to smoke or use tobacco products in parks, playgrounds, recreational facilities, and other city-owned properties. The purpose of this law is to limit exposure to secondhand smoke and to protect individuals, especially children, from the harmful effects of tobacco. The city recognizes the importance of creating a smoke-free environment in public spaces, promoting better health outcomes for everyone. Violation of the ordinance results in penalties and fines for individuals caught smoking or using tobacco products on city property. These penalties serve as deterrents, encouraging compliance with the regulations and promoting healthier habits. The fines imposed act as a means to enforce the ordinance while sending a clear message that the city takes this matter seriously. Furthermore, this legislation declares an emergency, underscoring the need for immediate action to safeguard public health. By invoking an emergency status, the city signals the urgency of this issue and the importance of swiftly implementing regulations to protect residents and visitors from the harmful effects of tobacco use. Different types of New Jersey ordinances regarding the use of tobacco on city property may include variations in designated smoke-free areas, fines, penalties, and the inclusion of enforcement measures such as designated enforcement officers or public awareness campaigns. Each ordinance is tailored to the specific needs and priorities of the city, but the ultimate goal remains the same: to create a healthier and smoke-free environment for all individuals who utilize city-owned properties within New Jersey.

New Jersey An Ordinance regarding use of Tobacco on City Property — Creating Offense and Providing Penalty for Violation of Ordinance — and Declaring an Emergency aims to regulate the usage of tobacco products on city-owned properties within New Jersey. This comprehensive legislation prohibits smoking and the use of tobacco products in designated areas, promoting a healthier and cleaner environment for residents and visitors alike. Under this ordinance, it is illegal to smoke or use tobacco products in parks, playgrounds, recreational facilities, and other city-owned properties. The purpose of this law is to limit exposure to secondhand smoke and to protect individuals, especially children, from the harmful effects of tobacco. The city recognizes the importance of creating a smoke-free environment in public spaces, promoting better health outcomes for everyone. Violation of the ordinance results in penalties and fines for individuals caught smoking or using tobacco products on city property. These penalties serve as deterrents, encouraging compliance with the regulations and promoting healthier habits. The fines imposed act as a means to enforce the ordinance while sending a clear message that the city takes this matter seriously. Furthermore, this legislation declares an emergency, underscoring the need for immediate action to safeguard public health. By invoking an emergency status, the city signals the urgency of this issue and the importance of swiftly implementing regulations to protect residents and visitors from the harmful effects of tobacco use. Different types of New Jersey ordinances regarding the use of tobacco on city property may include variations in designated smoke-free areas, fines, penalties, and the inclusion of enforcement measures such as designated enforcement officers or public awareness campaigns. Each ordinance is tailored to the specific needs and priorities of the city, but the ultimate goal remains the same: to create a healthier and smoke-free environment for all individuals who utilize city-owned properties within New Jersey.