Young Lungs at Play: Tobacco Free Zones in Local Parks & Playgrounds

Steps to a HealthierPA—Fayette County announces a new initiative, Young Lungs at Play, developed to make parks and playgrounds in Fayette tobacco free, thatkicked off during Public Health Week in April.

Municipalities in Fayette were asked to develop a local law, ordinance, policy or resolution that stated the parks and playgrounds or specific areas within the park or playground be designated as tobacco-free and post signage indicating the tobacco-free zone(s).

Currently two municipalities in the county have adopted the policy including Perry Township and Everson Borough.  With regards to the initiative, Perry Township Supervisor A.J. Boni said "My decision to approve this is not to be politically correct. It's for the kids. This is township-owned property. It will be a good step forward, a good role model."

For more information or to participate in this initiative contact the Steps Program at 724-439-1484.