Davie council adopts ban on smoking and vaping in town parks

The Davie Town Council voted unanimously Feb. 4 to adopt an ordinance prohibiting smoking and vaping in outdoor areas and town parks.

Town attorney read the measure on second reading; no members of the public came forward to speak for or against it. After a brief confirmation from staff, Council moved and approved the ordinance on roll call.

The measure removes the town code section titled “smoking and vaping prohibited in outdoor areas and town parks.” Council members said the ordinance gives clearer authority for enforcement in park settings and aligns the town’s rules with public‑health objectives. The town clerk and attorney noted the ordinance provides for severability and an effective date as stated in the ordinance text.

The council did not record any amendments during the hearing. According to the meeting record, the ordinance passed by roll‑call votes with all members voting in favor. The town will publish the ordinance as adopted and notify the public of the effective date.