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Councilmember proposes updating Cypress smoking rules; Clean Air OC says residents favor smoke‑free public places

5551693 · March 10, 2025
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Councilmember Chang asked staff to explore updated smoking restrictions for parks, school buffers and outdoor dining; Clean Air OC presented survey data and urged the council to pursue model ordinances and education.

CYPRESS CITY — Councilmember Chang asked the council to add consideration of updated smoking restrictions to the city’s strategic planning workshop, and a Clean Air OC representative urged the council to pursue smoke‑free policies for parks, parking lots and areas near schools.

At the council meeting, Councilmember Chang said county and national organizations have model language and that Cypress’s municipal code is out of date in places. “Secondhand smoke is a proven health hazard, increasing the risk of heart disease, lung cancer and asthma,…

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