Philly Smoking Ban on Monday
A law that bans cigarette smoking in bars and restaurants will go into effect on Monday, Philadelphia officials said yesterday.
The legislation - passed by City Council in June but not signed by Mayor Street until last week - prohibits smoking in all city workplaces, including galleries, sports facilities, restaurants and most bars. People who smoke in these places and business operators who allow smoking can be fined up to $300.
The law will be enforced by the city's Health Department. Two new inspectors have been hired for this purpose, City Solicitor Romulo Diaz said. First-time violators will be let off with a warning.
