McKinnon said he consulted with Town Counsel Daniel Murray who said that the selectmen, who act as the Board of Health, have the authority to raise the fines without town meeting approval or a public hearing, but McKinnon suggested selectmen place it on the March 28 agenda so people can come in and comment. Selectwoman Diane Stewart suggested selectmen also discuss raising the legal age to purchase cigarettes from 18 to 21
importation laws and regulations often pay a high price. All 749 cartons were seized and are scheduled for destruction under CBP supervision, according to the agency
Advertisement Article continues below this ad There are not currently any retailers in Tiburon that sell tobacco products, but that doesnt mean there wont be, said Tiburon Mayor Holli Thier, who introduced the ordinance
The flavor restrictions follow a nationwide outbreak of lung injury associated with e-cigarettes and vapor products, which health officials are still investigating
The great majority of the harm from smoking comes from inhaling tobacco smoke
Always find a proper place to ash that doesnt damage yours or someone elses property
