... councilors did ask Parks and Recreation representatives to study the possibility of designated smoking areas in some larger parks.
Hillsboro passes smoking ban in parks
By Casey Parks, The Oregonian
October 21, 2009
HILLSBORO -- People found smoking in Hillsboro's public parks will be fined $250, the city council decided Tuesday night.
In a quiet public meeting, the council voted to ban tobacco products in all city parks, including those owned by Metro but operated by the city. In the Metro area, only Sherwood has a ban as extensive. Nationwide, 425 municipalities prohibit smoking in parks.
No residents spoke in favor or opposition to the proposed measure, but city leaders said they received a few phone calls from both sides this week.
Though they unanimously approved the ordinance, councilors did ask Parks and Recreation representatives to study the possibility of designated smoking areas in some larger parks.
Those areas "might make (the ordinance) easier to enforce because people will have some place to go," said Councilor Mike Castillo. Read
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