The Noble City Council unanimously approved an ordinance at its regular City Council meeting on Nov. 16 restricting the use of tobacco in any form on public property.
The new ordinance enhances one already in effect that bans smoking in public places
SWAT (Students Warring Against Tobacco) spokesperson Colton Clock and other student members of the Noble SWAT Team attended the meeeting. Gail Hilty, the Noble School official who is helping promote the program, said Noble was the first City in Oklahoma to pass a prohibition of all tobacco use on public property.
Mayor Gary Hayes issued a proclamation declaring the week of Nov. 14-21 as "Tobacco Free Week" in Noble. The proclamation mirrors the declaration Gov. Brad Henry issued for the State of Oklahoma.
The Noble City Council approved an emergency clause making the new ordinance effective the day it was published (Thursday). The new law says "No Person shall engage in the use of tobacco in any form in the following unenclosed public places: 1. In publicly owned outdoor arenas, stadiums and amphitheaters and on publicly owned property upon which said facilities are located. 2. Public parks and recreation areas. 3. School grounds. 4. Public sidewalks within twenty-five feet of a public entrance, but excluding any person who is temporarily in such area for the purpose of walking of traversing through such area."
The penalty for violations is up to $500.
Mayor Hayes said the intent of the ordinance is to set standards for public health, not to generate fine revenue. More than likely for first time offenders, the fine will be less than $100.
Bob Wade, city manager, said the city is working closely with the Noble Schools to implement a wellness concept for Noble. Noble Public Schools and the city have been certified as a Healthy School and a Healthy Business.
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November 21, 2009
Ordinance a first for Noble
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Fairy Tale Princess Project accepting donations
NOBLE -- The Fairy Tale Princess Project is accepting donations of gently used formal dresses, shoes and accessories to give, free of charge, to high school girls who wish to attend their school prom.
Donations of the above items can be dropped off today from 8 a. -
Robber hits Noble bank
NOBLE -- A man carrying a pistol and a device he claimed was a bomb robbed the First Fidelity Bank at 900 N. Main at about 12:30 p.m. Friday.
A spokesman for the FBI said the device was not a bomb and there were no injuries reported. - NOC Roustabouts concert Feb. 13 in Blackwell Featuring Noble's own Tiffany Guthrie, the world-traveling Northern Oklahoma College Roustabouts will join with the Blackwell High School Vocal Music Department for one performance 7:30 p.m. Feb. 13 in the Blackwell High School Auditorium.
- Parking in Noble discussed by City Council The issue of parking in front of businesses along Main Street in Noble was discussed at a recent city council meeting. A merchant who has property along Main Street was concerned about the use of the angled parking frontage between Chestnut and Cherry streets, fearing area employees who parked there were taking up parking opportunities for customers.
- Candidates vie for Noble school board seat No. 5 Polls will be open Tuesday to select the next Noble school board member for Seat No. 5. The incumbent is Kim Adams who is opposed by Ryan "Leroy" Lukinbill. Cindy Malone is running unopposed for Seat No.
- Filing period for City of Noble Council seats opens Monday Paula Roberts, secretary of the Cleveland County Election Board, announced today the filing period for City of Noble Council Members will be Monday, Feb. 8, through Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.
- Noble library assists job-seekers NOBLE -- The Noble Public Library, 204 N. Fifth, offers a four-part series of programs designed to give those looking for employment some strategies and skills that could lead to success. The Job Hunting programs will be held on Thursday mornings in February from 10 a.
- Noble senior class headed to Six Flags Noble's senior class of 2010 is raising funds and planning a class trip to Six Flags over Texas amusement park. According to Jamie Evans, counselor and senior class sponsor, usually the day before school is out the seniors do something special.
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Historical society to meet
The Southern Cleveland County Historical Society will meet 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Noble library.
Discussion will be on the progress of the restoration of the old Noble jail and the way to best display and collect historical items. -
Noble's sales tax revenues down
NOBLE -- The City of Noble is running about $95,000 under budget. Sales tax revenues are down, and there's cause for concern.
"We've been concerned for two to three months," said Bob Wade, Noble City Manager. - More Noble Headlines
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Fairy Tale Princess Project accepting donations
NOBLE -- The Fairy Tale Princess Project is accepting donations of gently used formal dresses, shoes and accessories to give, free of charge, to high school girls who wish to attend their school prom.
