[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Trustees
of the Village of Williston Park at time of adoption of Code (see
Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I). Amendments noted where applicable.]
A. Smoking is prohibited throughout the village facilities
except in designated areas identified by "Smoking Permitted" signs.
This prohibition applies to any person and is not limited to Village
employees.
[Amended 9-13-2021 by Res. No. 23-2021 ]
B. Smoking is prohibited in any indoor enclosed work
area occupied by more than one person, unless all employees in such
area agree to allow smoking. The rights of a nonsmoker to a smoke-free
work area shall prevail.
C. Smoking is also prohibited in conference or meeting
rooms and municipal vehicles used by more than one person unless all
occupants agree to allow smoking.
D. For purposes of this smoking policy, smoking shall have the same
meaning as set forth in Public Health Law § 399-n(8).
[Added 9-13-2021 by Res. No. 23-2021 ]
An enclosed smoking room may be designated upon
request if space is available.
Conflicts should be brought to the attention
of the appropriate supervisory personnel. Employees may also file
a formal complaint with the Nassau County Board of Health.
A. Employees found smoking outside of designated smoking
areas will be considered in violation of this policy and may be subject
to penalties.
B. Any violation of this chapter shall be punishable,
upon conviction, by a maximum fine of $250 or imprisonment for not
more than 15 days, or both.
Copies of these rules will be posted and distributed
to all employees and to all prospective employees upon request.
The Village Code Enforcement Officer shall be
designated an agent to assist in the enforcement of this policy by
notifying employees who are in violation.
This policy may be amended from time to time
by resolution of the Village of Williston Park. All amendments shall
be in conformance with New York State law, and employees will be notified
accordingly.