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Council to consider ordinance banning minors from specialty tobacco and e‑cigarette shops
Summary
Mayor Sherry Alcopello presented a proposed ordinance that would prohibit minors from entering specialty tobacco, e‑cigarette and hookah establishments. The proposal excludes convenience stores and leaves enforcement to local police and municipal code officers, with emphasis on education before enforcement.
Mayor Sherry Alcopello briefed council on a proposed amendment to the city’s public‑health code that would establish rules for specialty tobacco, e‑cigarette and hookah establishments and bar entry by anyone under 21 unless accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The proposed ordinance aims to make retail clerks responsible for asking for identification and keeping under‑21 patrons out of…
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