Commencing on the effective date of this article,
it shall be unlawful for any person, corporation or organization,
including municipal authorities, to place upon the public streets
of the City of Kingston, for whatever purpose, a device generally
described as an ignited smudge pot or flame-operated torch or lantern,
other than battery-operated danger signals or lights. Nothing herein
contained shall prevent the use of flares or emergency equipment at
accident scenes.
Any violation of the terms hereof shall constitute
a Class B misdemeanor and shall be punishable as such in accordance
with the Penal Law of the State of New York.
This article shall take effect on August 1,
1973, following final passage, public hearing and approval by the
Mayor of the City of Kingston, New York, as provided by law.