Vaping in Irondale parks could now result in a $200 fine
Irondale council bans vaping in city parks and outdoor recreation areas, with fines up to $200 for repeat offenses.Summary
The Irondale City Council unanimously approved an amendment expanding the 2007 smoking ordinance to prohibit vaping and electronic cigarettes in municipal-owned parks and outdoor recreation areas. Mayor James D. Stewart Jr. stated the aim is to regulate electronic smoking devices outdoors, aligning with Alabama's Clean Indoor Air Act expansion on Oct. 1 that bans e-cigarettes where traditional smoking is prohibited. Fines start at $50 for a first offense and reach $200 for repeat offenses. Council members John London and Robert Box supported the change, citing health and family concerns, while clarifying it does not affect private retail businesses. Public reactions on Facebook were mixed, with some calling it government overreach and others supporting health protections.
(Source：AL.com)
