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c inspections of licensed premises by using undercover minors. Other possible regulations might include prohibiting the sale of tobacco within a set distance from any school, church, residence or other similar areas; establishing "smoke -free" or "tobacco-free" zones; and adopting stricter clean indoor air requirements than currently provided for under state law (possible pre-emption problems would have to examined). Based on the argument that tobacco sales should be as tightly regulated as alcohol sales, at least one city has tried to make it illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to sell tobacco or tobacco related products and devices. Another option is to establish policies of not advertising tobacco related products in recreational facilities owned by the city and used by youth who are under the age of 18. Finally, there is growing support for a ban on "point -of -sale" advertising. One Minnesota city is currently involved with a legal challenge to its ordinance that prohibits the use of tobacco advertising, except for black and white text signs, on any premises licensed to sell tobacco or tobacco related products and devices. This ban prohibits advertisements on clocks, shopping carts, check-out line dividers, trash cans and other popular mini - advertising sites. A number of cities have expressed interest in this type of prohibition. The League is following this case and will advise cities of their rights after a decision has been reached. Another resource for cities faced with the issue of smoking by minors, is the Minnesota ASSIST program of the Minnesota Department of Health and the American Cancer Society. Minne- sota ASSIST works to promote a tobacco-free environment. Minnesota ASSIST has recently begun targeting cities for assistance in the campaign to enforce the law against the illegal sale Campbell, Knutson, Scott & Fuchs, P.A. Attorneys at Law Practice dedicated to the representation of cities and other units of local govern- ment throughout Minnesota. Expertise that respects )/our budget. • controlling development • anneation • employment disputes • wetlands and water law • code enfareement • general government Contact: Tom Scott (612) 452-5000 or 1- 800 - 452 -5030 1380 Corporate Center Curve, Eagan, MN 55121 MINNESOTA C171 ,1.5 AUGUST to and possession by minors of tobacco and tobacco related products and devices. The program has a number of sample ordinances and research articles on the topic. The League is currently working with Minnesota ASSIST to develop a model tobacco ordinance. Early discussions have focused on establishing an incentive program that encourages cities to create tobacco-free environments for their youth. More information will be available this fall. Cities wishing to receive sample tobacco ordinances, or with specific questions about creating a tobacco-free environment and reducing the number of underage smokers, can contact Francie Mantak of Minnesota ASSIST, (612) 623-5756, or Kent Sulem at the League office, (612) 490-5600 or (800) 925-0072. TIE Kent Sulem is codification attorney with the League of Minnesota Cities. SERVING MINNESOTA CITIES The newly formed MINNCOR Industries, combin- ing all the resources of Minnesota Correctional Industries, offers a wide range of quality products to economically meet the needs of your city! ❑ OFFICE AND INSTITUTIONAL FURNITURE O FACILITY SIGNAGE O OFFICE SUPPLIES O PRINTING O EMERGENCY GLOVE POUCHES O INSTITUTIONAL CLOTHING & TOWELS ❑ VEHICLE REFURBISHING O PIERS AND DOCKS Please call, write or fax us to find out about these products and more: (In MN) 1-800-MINNCOR (646 -6267) Ph. (612) 627 -6030 / Fax (612) 627 -5448 2855 Anthony Lane So. Suite 200 St. Anthony, MN 55418 age