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Council enacts hours limits for hookah and smoking establishments after resident complaints about late-night disorder
Summary
The council passed an ordinance adding a new section to regulate operating hours for hookah and other smoking establishments after residents from Clifton and Roselawn described late-night disturbances and safety incidents.
Cincinnati City Council passed an ordinance adding a new section to the municipal code to regulate operating hours for hookah and other smoking establishments, citing neighborhood quality-of-life and safety concerns.
Residents from Clifton told the council that late-night activity around hookah cafés has led to traffic blockages, fights and other disorder. Ben Pantoha, who identified himself as president of Clifton Town Meeting, said hookah bars “have become a focal point for street takeovers, especially from 2 to 4AM,” and described assaults, loud noise, litter and a…
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