Tobacco Ordinance in Monmouth Raised to 21 Years of Age

Photo Courtesy of Prairie Communications' Kelsey Crain

Share

The tobacco ordinance in the City of Monmouth has been changed to correlate with the State of Illinois, explains Monmouth Police Chief Joe Switzer:

“We brought the city ordinance up to date as far as the age of persons being able to possess tobacco, which is 21. Previously the ordinance said it was 18, state law since then changed so it is 21 now. No person under 21 can purchase or possess any tobacco products, any alternative nicotine product, electronic cigarettes or vaping device, as defined in the Illinois statue. The definition of the statue encompasses the cartridges that go into the vaping devices too.”

The City of Monmouth tobacco ordinance was voted on at the October 21st City Council meeting.

Spread the word

Trending Now

Featured News Podcasts

Subscribe to our Community Newsletter

By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Prairie Communications, 55 Public Square, Monmouth, IL, 61462, https://977wmoi.com/. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact

Choose a Category

Continue Reading

Galesburg Police Chief Dismissed

Media Statement from Galesburg City Manager Regarding Dismissal of Police Chief Following Sexual Harassment Investigation Following a two-week investigation into allegations of violations of the City of Galesburg’s sexual harassment

WRAM/WMOI Mayoral Forum

Tune in to WRAM on Wednesday, March 26th from noon to 1 on WRAM for the Monmouth Mayor Forum featuring Incumbent Rod Davies and Challenger Sean Cavanaugh. Meet the candidates