[HISTORY: Adopted by the Council of the City
of Easton as indicated in article histories. Amendments noted where
applicable.]
[Adopted 4-24-1991 by Res. No. 58-91 (Sec.
107.03 of the 1965 Codified Ordinances)]
This article shall apply to all City employees,
on-site contractors and visitors.
[Amended 2-11-2009 by Ord. No. 5182]
Smoking shall be prohibited in all City buildings
and vehicles that directly or indirectly relate to City government.
Medical evidence clearly shows that smoking
is harmful to the health of smokers. Smoke from cigarettes, cigars
and pipes is also an irritant to many nonsmokers and can worsen allergic
conditions. In sufficient concentrations, secondhand smoke is harmful
to those with chronic heart or lung disease, women who are pregnant
and others. New research indicates that long-term exposure to secondhand
smoke may seriously threaten the health of otherwise healthy nonsmokers.
It is the intent of the City to provide all employees with an environment
free of the hazards of tobacco smoke.
The City Smoke-Free Policy shall commence July
17, 1991.
A.
Cigarette machines shall not be permitted on City-owned
property.
B.
Prior to implementation of this article and continuing
thereafter, smoking cessation programs shall be offered to employees
and their dependents.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: Original Section 107.03(e)(3),
regarding designated smoking rooms, which previously followed this
subsection, was deleted 2-11-2009 by Ord. No. 5182.
C.
All directors/supervisors shall be responsible for
ensuring compliance with this article.
D.
All prospective employees shall be informed of these
guidelines and of the City's commitment to a smoke-free work environment.
E.
Any questions regarding this article should be directly
referred to the Health Bureau office or the Personnel office.
F.
Noncompliance with this article shall result in disciplinary
action in accordance with the City's policy on discipline.
