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New Ban on Smoking and Vaping in Seminole County Parks

Original title: Approve the adoption of the Ordinance amending Chapter 190 Part 2 (Public Parks) of the Seminole County Code of Ordinances by creating a new section prohibiting smoking and vaping in County Parks; Providing for signage and enforcement; Providing for codification; Providing for severability; and Providing an effective date. Countywide (Rick Durr, Parks & Recreation Director)

April 14, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This ordinance will change the legal rules for park visitors by prohibiting the use of tobacco and vaping products in all Seminole County parks, subject to future enforcement actions.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Park visitors

Visitors will be prohibited from smoking or vaping while using county park facilities.

Parks & Recreation Department

The department is responsible for the implementation of signage and enforcement of the new policy.

What changed

Last recorded activity April 14, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

Seminole County is considering an ordinance to prohibit smoking and vaping within all county-owned parks. The proposal includes provisions for installing signage, establishing enforcement procedures, and setting an official start date for the new rules.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does this ban apply to all parks in Seminole County?

Yes, the ordinance is described as applying countywide to all county parks.

Will there be signs to let me know where I can't smoke?

Yes, the ordinance specifically provides for the installation of signage.

Why It Matters

This ordinance will change the legal rules for park visitors by prohibiting the use of tobacco and vaping products in all Seminole County parks, subject to future enforcement actions.

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Expansion of Public Health Restrictions

The county is moving to standardize smoking and vaping prohibitions across its entire park system.

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Connected Entities

personRick Durr Map →

locationSeminole County“The jurisdiction implementing the ordinance.”Map →

otherChapter 190 Part 2 Map →

organizationSeminole County Board of County Commissioners Map →

organizationBoard of County Commissioners“The body responsible for approving the ordinance.”Map →

Sources

Open source document

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