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Commission bans smoking and vaping in city‑owned parks and beaches
Summary
Ordinance O‑25‑13, enacted on second reading, prohibits smoking and vaping in public parks and public beaches owned or leased by the City of Winter Haven; city staff said enforcement will be coordinated between Parks & Recreation and Winter Haven Police Department and that unfiltered cigars are excepted by state statute.
The Winter Haven City Commission adopted Ordinance O‑25‑13 on second reading on March 19, prohibiting smoking and vaping in public parks and public beaches owned or leased by the city.
City staff cited Section 386.209 of the Florida Statutes as authorization for municipalities to restrict smoking…
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