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11 <br />II. <br />OF . '`` • <br />TOBACCO=FREE PARKS POLICY <br />Policy Number 2004-03 Adopted July 6, 2004 7 <br />Introduction. <br />The Caty of Anoka is committed to the quality of life for all residents; therefore, we believe that: <br />1. Tobacco product use in the proximity of children, youth, and adults engaging in or watching recreational <br />activities is unhealthy and detrimental to the health of others. <br />2. Tobacco products, once consumed in public spaces, are often discarded on the ground; thus, posing a risk <br />of ingestion by toddlers and causing a litter problem. <br />3. As parents, leaders, and officials, we are thought of as role models; and the use of tobacco products <br />around youth has a negative effect on their lifestyle choices. <br />Tobacco Free Facilities. <br />The City of Anoka does not allow the use of tobacco products on Cit3,owned parkland, park facilities, <br />playgrounds, athletic fields, or City/School District property where signs are posted. <br />Compliance Procedures. <br />I. The emphasis on enforcing the Tobacco -Free Park Policy is through voluntary compliance. <br />2. Appropriate City --owned parkland, park facilities, or joint City/School District properties will be <br />signed. <br />3. Athletic associations that utilize Cit) -owned facilities will be asked to comply. <br />4. Staff will make periodic observations of recreational facilities to monitor for compliance. <br />