Newport smoking ban progresses

Thursday, April 14 2011

By Mike Reicher | Los Angeles Times

NEWPORT BEACH — Smokers strolling in a city park may face a citation if the Newport Beach City Council approves a ban proposed at Tuesday's study session.

By a 4-3 straw vote, the council members gave preliminary approval to banning smoking in public parks and open spaces. Already, smokers are barred from lighting up on beaches, piers and the boardwalk.

Newport's action follows other cities' efforts to reduce exposure to second- hand smoke. In February, New York approved a smoking ban in its parks. And in September, Santa Monica prohibited smoking near apartment buildings.

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