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Village of Williston Park, NY
Nassau County
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[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.