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Clay County bans smoking and vaping in county parks, bars feeding wildlife and restricts overnight parking
Summary
The board approved an ordinance prohibiting feeding animals in county parks, restricting parking after park hours and banning smoking, vaping and tobacco products on county parks; the change follows citizen complaints about cigarette debris and staff reports of enforcement challenges.
The Clay County Board of County Commissioners adopted amendments to chapter 15 of the county code on Sept. 26, 2023, that (1) make it a violation to feed animals in county parks, (2) prohibit parking or remaining parked after park closing to address overnight parking, and (3) prohibit the use of tobacco products, including smoking and vaping, in county parks consistent with recent legislative changes allowing local restrictions.
County counsel explained the amendments address three recurring…
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