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ilk _ <br /> River <br /> Parks and Recreation Tobacco-Free Parks System Policy <br /> (Adopted May 17,2010) <br /> 1. Guideline Statement <br /> The City of Elk River Parks and Recreation Tobacco-Free Policy is designed to protect the <br /> health,welfare,and safety of our park patrons. Our organization is committed to the quality <br /> of life for all residents,therefore,we believe that: <br /> • Tobacco product use in the proximity of children,youth and adults engaging in or <br /> watching recreational activities does not promote a positive healthy lifestyle. <br /> • Our organization strives to offer the public park facilities that are clean and family <br /> friendly. Tobacco products consumed in public spaces are often discarded on the <br /> ground,thus posing a risk of ingestion to toddlers and causing a litter problem. <br /> • As parents,leaders,coaches,and officials,we are thought of as role models. Use of <br /> tobacco by role models has a negative effect on youth. <br /> 2. Policy Statement <br /> The City of Elk River does not allow the use of tobacco products on City-owned park land, <br /> recreational facilities,and open space. Open space is defined as undeveloped park land. <br /> 3. Compliance Procedures <br /> The emphasis on enforcing the Tobacco-Free parks and recreation policy is through <br /> voluntary compliance: <br /> • Appropriate City-owned park land,recreational facilities,and open space will have <br /> signage posted. <br /> • City staff will meet with activity organizations and/or leaders or coaches to discuss <br /> the policy and then distribute flyers with the"Tobacco Free"regulations. <br /> • City staff will make periodic observations of activity sites to monitor compliance. <br />