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There are many reasons to be a Smoke-Free Emporia. Here are some of the facts.

Here's a sample of documents for you to download. We've included the three major areas of concern.

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  • Health: Check out the documents listed below for more information about the health hazards of secondhand smoke.

The Accidental Smoker
Second Hand Smoke Fact Sheet
National Organizational Support Fact Sheet
Toll of Tobacco in Kansas
Toll of Tobacco in Missouri
Study Tallies Annual Cost of Secondhand Smoke

  • Economics: Many cities and individuals worry about the economic impact of passing a smoke free ordinance for their city. However, studies show these fears are unfounded. Check out the documents below for more information about the economics of smoke free ordinances.

Economic Impact
Economic Savings
The Economic Impact of Indoor Smoking Bans

  • Ventilation: Long proposed as a solution for smoky bars and restaurants, studies show ventilation systems just cannot remove the harmful chemicals of secondhand smoke from the air. Check out the documents below for more information about ventilation and why it cannot protect you from secondhand smoke.

Ventilation Fact Sheet
ASHRAE Executive Summary on Secondhand Smoke

  • Articles: Stories document the benefits and successes of smoke free ordinances.

Restrict Smoking to Protect our Health
Restaurant/Bar Owner Testifies for Clean Indoor Air

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