The City Council has determined that there is ample evidence that smoking in any form is a serious hazard to the health of members of the general public and city employees and an irritation, inconvenience and discomfort to persons. In order to serve the public health, safety and welfare, the declared purpose of this subchapter is to promote a policy of nonsmoking in and around places where the public congregates, including elevators and areas owned or operated by the city or utilized by the public for goods or services.
(‘83 Code, § 2.68.010) (Ord. 1023, passed - -89; Am. Ord. 1232, passed 6-2-04; Am. Ord. 1299, passed 2-7-07)